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as in to modify
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 to prepare
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 to entitle
to give a right to
this coupon qualifies the bearer for an extra 15% off the discounted price
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as in to enable
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 qualify
Friday’s loss pushed Miami down a spot in the Eastern standings, to seventh, which would mean needing to qualify for a playoff spot through the play-in for a third consecutive year.
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Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 8 Feb. 2025
The top-three finishers at sections in the all-around make the state field, along with the top-three finishers on the four individual events who didn’t qualify in the all-around.
—Tom Schardin, Twin Cities, 7 Feb. 2025
Eliminate the debate about Manning’s worthiness to qualify the Hall of Fame, though, and there is no need to name the negatives.
—Pat Leonard, New York Daily News, 7 Feb. 2025
With fewer students qualifying for these programs, less staff and other resources will be needed.
—Cody Copeland, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 7 Feb. 2025
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Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 8 Feb. 2025
The top-three finishers at sections in the all-around make the state field, along with the top-three finishers on the four individual events who didn’t qualify in the all-around.
—Tom Schardin, Twin Cities, 7 Feb. 2025
Eliminate the debate about Manning’s worthiness to qualify the Hall of Fame, though, and there is no need to name the negatives.
—Pat Leonard, New York Daily News, 7 Feb. 2025
With fewer students qualifying for these programs, less staff and other resources will be needed.
—Cody Copeland, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 7 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for qualify
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With this level of control, Shedd would be able to not only view and modify federal data, but also grant and revoke access to other people.—
Charlie Warzel,
The Atlantic,
19 Feb. 2025
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Despite pushback from local police chiefs, Santa Clara County supervisors six years ago did not modify the ICE notification component of the county policy, citing in part the shaky reliability of confirming someone’s immigration status in real-time.—
Robert Salonga,
The Mercury News,
19 Feb. 2025
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Just prepare for some pretty large gaps along the way. February 21, 2025: Over a year after their four-month fling ended, Tom Brady and Irina Shayk are reportedly back on.—
Elizabeth Logan,
Glamour,
22 Feb. 2025
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His selection as chairman was seen as key to propelling the military from two decades of war in the Middle East to a focus on preparing for and deterring potential conflict with China.—
Tara Copp and Lolita C. Baldor,
Los Angeles Times,
22 Feb. 2025
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In it, officials argue that detainees with final deportation orders – like the Venezuelans in Guantanamo – are not entitled to the same due process protections as those seeking protections like asylum during deportation hearings.—
Claire Healy,
Miami Herald,
26 Feb. 2025
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Attorneys for the city had argued that Pina was entitled to qualified immunity, a legal protection that shields government officials from litigation over work actions absent a constitutional violation.—
Robert Salonga,
The Mercury News,
25 Feb. 2025
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This approach not only enables the brand to navigate shifting trends but also transforms art from a mere embellishment into a core ecosystem, making Loewe a symbol of cultural significance.—
WWD,
WWD,
28 Feb. 2025
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The app can be connected to the smart telescope over NFC or through the app itself – Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and GPS/location options need to be enabled on the handset.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
28 Feb. 2025
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The trucks are equipped with chrome front grille deflectors that may fracture and may detach from the vehicle, according to the recall report.—
James Powel,
USA TODAY,
18 Feb. 2025
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The bodycam footage shows the 20-year-old Perez-Feliciano armed with a firearm equipped with a laser sight.—
Staff Reports,
Hartford Courant,
17 Feb. 2025
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The officials, who were familiar with the matter, spoke on condition of anonymity because they were not authorized to speak publicly.—
Susie Blann,
Los Angeles Times,
25 Feb. 2025
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The official was not authorized to discuss the matter publicly and spoke on the condition of anonymity.—
Ryan J. Foley,
Chicago Tribune,
25 Feb. 2025
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As a visionary leader and educator, she is dedicated to empowering the next generation of future female leaders.—
Danaya Wilson,
Forbes,
21 Feb. 2025
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Alison Conigliaro-Hubbard empowers individuals to break free from reactive habits, embrace intentional leadership, and take control of their narratives.—
Hilary Tetenbaum,
USA TODAY,
21 Feb. 2025
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“Qualify.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/qualify. Accessed 3 Mar. 2025.
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