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as in modifying
to limit the meaning of (as a noun)
qualifying the noun "adventure" in the title of your story with a descriptive adjective would make it more attention-grabbing
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2
as in preparing
to make competent (as by training, skill, or ability) for a particular office or function
raising five children has qualified her to be an advice columnist on parenting
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as in entitling
to give a right to
this coupon qualifies the bearer for an extra 15% off the discounted price
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as in enabling
to give official or legal power to
passing the state bar exam will qualify you to practice law
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Recent Examples of qualifying
His debut short The Last Dance premiered in 2025 and screened at over 40 festivals worldwide, winning multiple awards and qualifying for BAFTA and BIFA.
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Zac Ntim, Deadline, 27 May 2026
Look for rebates and tax credits Many utility companies, manufacturers and government programs are still offering rebates or tax incentives for qualifying high-efficiency HVAC systems.
—Angelica Leicht, CBS News, 27 May 2026
Manchester United righted the ship this season, finishing third and qualifying for the lucrative Champions League next season.
—Kurt Badenhausen, Sportico.com, 27 May 2026
There is also the Oscar-qualifying HBO Short Film Award showcase, which boasts recent Oscar winner Ryan Coogler as an alum.
—Marcus Jones, IndieWire, 27 May 2026
The agreements create a new $20-per-month internet option for qualifying low-income households and expand eligibility so more families can participate.
—Cox Communications, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 May 2026
Floriani made six birdies and an eagle to lead qualifying for the CIF-SCGA SoCal Regional at Los Serranos Golf Club.
—Steve Fryer, Oc Register, 26 May 2026
Other philanthropists in certain states have also committed to seed the accounts for qualifying families, and a number of employers have pledged to match the accounts' $1,000 Treasury deposit.
—Jessica Dickler, CNBC, 19 May 2026
The program also ensured any female athlete who finished one spot out of qualifying for the state finals in events that included a trans competitor, to compete for the title as well.
—Ryan Gaydos Outkick, FOXNews.com, 19 May 2026
Zac Ntim, Deadline, 27 May 2026
Look for rebates and tax credits Many utility companies, manufacturers and government programs are still offering rebates or tax incentives for qualifying high-efficiency HVAC systems.
—Angelica Leicht, CBS News, 27 May 2026
Manchester United righted the ship this season, finishing third and qualifying for the lucrative Champions League next season.
—Kurt Badenhausen, Sportico.com, 27 May 2026
There is also the Oscar-qualifying HBO Short Film Award showcase, which boasts recent Oscar winner Ryan Coogler as an alum.
—Marcus Jones, IndieWire, 27 May 2026
The agreements create a new $20-per-month internet option for qualifying low-income households and expand eligibility so more families can participate.
—Cox Communications, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 May 2026
Floriani made six birdies and an eagle to lead qualifying for the CIF-SCGA SoCal Regional at Los Serranos Golf Club.
—Steve Fryer, Oc Register, 26 May 2026
Other philanthropists in certain states have also committed to seed the accounts for qualifying families, and a number of employers have pledged to match the accounts' $1,000 Treasury deposit.
—Jessica Dickler, CNBC, 19 May 2026
The program also ensured any female athlete who finished one spot out of qualifying for the state finals in events that included a trans competitor, to compete for the title as well.
—Ryan Gaydos Outkick, FOXNews.com, 19 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for qualifying
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Analysts today describe an institution constrained by shortages of fuel and spare parts and increasingly dependent on domestic improvisation — modifying, repurposing and cannibalizing older systems to keep them operational.—
Antonio María Delgado,
Miami Herald,
28 May 2026
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Optimizing the post-booking phase isn't simply a matter of applying new technology or modifying the retailing strategy.—
Juan Pablo Lafosse,
Forbes.com,
28 May 2026
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Now, with SpaceX preparing for the largest IPO in history, Gracias’ loyalty is about to pay off.—
Eva Roytburg,
Fortune,
25 May 2026
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The Vatican spent a year preparing the most consequential religious statement on artificial intelligence ever issued.—
Gabriel Alin Zainescu,
Forbes.com,
25 May 2026
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The superintendent, general counsel and chief auditor qualify for the supplements due to provisions in their contracts entitling them to the same increases as other administrative staff, officials said.—
Scott Travis,
Sun Sentinel,
3 Jan. 2026
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The complaint alleges Johnson failed to disclose restricted stock units entitling him to 330,000 shares in his January 2024 bankruptcy petition.—
Zach Everson,
Forbes.com,
9 Sep. 2025
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Nanometer processes refer to chip manufacturing technology, with smaller nodes typically enabling faster and more efficient semiconductors.—
Evelyn Cheng,
CNBC,
25 May 2026
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The initiative aims to free entrepreneurs from tedious operational work, enabling them to achieve the output of larger businesses.—
Jodie Cook,
Forbes.com,
24 May 2026
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Instead of optimizing for a moment of attention, this strategy focuses on equipping audiences with tools or knowledge, engaging them through participation and empowering them to carry ideas forward through their own networks and communities.—
Felicity Fellows,
Forbes.com,
22 May 2026
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Flexibility aside, interacting with our world is one reason robotics engineers keep trying to make machines more human-like, equipping them with vision systems (eyes), microphones (ears), speakers (mouths), touch sensors, and many other systems.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
19 May 2026
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Rancho Cordova voters approved Measures R and S in 2024, authorizing general obligation bonds for school renovations, according to a district handout.—
Corey Schmidt,
Sacbee.com,
20 May 2026
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On August 7, 1979, the Iranian government announced a new law authorizing the suspension of publications critical of the leadership.—
April White,
JSTOR Daily,
20 May 2026
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Instead of optimizing for a moment of attention, this strategy focuses on equipping audiences with tools or knowledge, engaging them through participation and empowering them to carry ideas forward through their own networks and communities.—
Felicity Fellows,
Forbes.com,
22 May 2026
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Data connectivity is also empowering garment workers and providing insights into the movement of goods through the manufacturing process to meet reporting requirements.—
SJ STAFF,
Footwear News,
20 May 2026
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What could be more cunning and disgusting than training dogs to commit anal rape?—
David Frum,
The Atlantic,
21 May 2026
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Chips built differently Unlike traditional processors optimized mainly for training large language models, the M890 is aimed at handling continuous agent operations where systems must coordinate actions, retain context for extended periods, and process large volumes of data in real time.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
20 May 2026
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“Qualifying.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/qualifying. Accessed 29 May. 2026.
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