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as in capability
a skill, an ability, or knowledge that makes a person able to do a particular job
the fashion firm was looking for an applicant who could list superior sewing skills among his or her qualifications
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as in provision
something upon which the carrying out of an agreement or offer depends
will give us his permission to go to the conference with the qualification that we make up the time later
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Recent Examples of qualification
As part of the fallout, Congress passed the Post-Katrina Emergency Management Reform Act, which required FEMA administrators to meet certain qualifications and prohibited the DHS secretary from interfering with FEMA’s responsibilities.
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Emily Goodin, Miami Herald, 25 Aug. 2025
The trans athlete competed in the Cayuga Duals, but only in the third varsity eight event, which is not factored into NCAA championship qualification.
—Jackson Thompson, FOXNews.com, 16 Aug. 2025
But the race for the fourth Champions League qualification spot looks wide open.
—Dermot Corrigan, New York Times, 15 Aug. 2025
Montandon and Perez originally filed to run for seat 4, but before the qualification process ended on July 28, both changed to seat 3.
—Veronica Egui Brito, Miami Herald, 15 Aug. 2025
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Emily Goodin, Miami Herald, 25 Aug. 2025
The trans athlete competed in the Cayuga Duals, but only in the third varsity eight event, which is not factored into NCAA championship qualification.
—Jackson Thompson, FOXNews.com, 16 Aug. 2025
But the race for the fourth Champions League qualification spot looks wide open.
—Dermot Corrigan, New York Times, 15 Aug. 2025
Montandon and Perez originally filed to run for seat 4, but before the qualification process ended on July 28, both changed to seat 3.
—Veronica Egui Brito, Miami Herald, 15 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for qualification
Noun
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The Awol Vision projector also boasts a high contrast ratio, weighs a bit less than many 4K projectors, and has built-in 3D capability.—
Clint Davis,
People.com,
23 Aug. 2025
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Digital capability is increasingly recognized as a key differentiator for Walmart.—
Sheryl Estrada,
Fortune,
22 Aug. 2025
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Faced with political and business backlash, the administration rolled back or delayed several of its harshest provisions, and stocks moved toward recovery.—
John Buckingham,
Forbes.com,
22 Aug. 2025
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By contrast, private market insurers can offer policy provisions — known as endorsements — giving them the right to divert disputes to arbitration, but those are typically in exchange for a premium discount and policyholders have the right to reject the provisions.—
Ron Hurtibise,
Sun Sentinel,
21 Aug. 2025
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This one-day summer party honoring sandwiches is organized by sandwich guru Parisi, along with Will McDowell and Bekah Galang – all with expertise in restaurant and food community organizing.—
Susan Selasky,
Freep.com,
30 Aug. 2025
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Teachers will still need deep subject expertise, but their value will be in applying that knowledge alongside data feedback from AI systems.—
Ray Ravaglia,
Forbes.com,
29 Aug. 2025
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The requirements and safety standards are stringent.—
River Selby
August 25,
Literary Hub,
25 Aug. 2025
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Among the recommendations listed: streamlining the design and construction requirements.—
Miguel Chacon,
Chicago Tribune,
25 Aug. 2025
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The top three contributors to hydroplaning are: Vehicle speed - When a vehicle's speed increases, the tire-traction grip and ability to control the vehicle decreases.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
28 Aug. 2025
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Indiana Code provides a defendant the ability to file a motion to dismiss the case on SLAPP grounds.—
Cate Charron,
IndyStar,
28 Aug. 2025
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Boone County deputies shot Both deputies underwent surgery at UC Medical Center and were in stable condition, Ridgell said.—
Enquirer staff,
The Enquirer,
30 Aug. 2025
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The official spoke on the condition of anonymity to discuss ongoing security operations.—
Josh Meyer,
USA Today,
30 Aug. 2025
Noun
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The 2024 awards season started so promisingly for Netflix but descended into the stuff of studio nightmare.—
Andreas Wiseman,
Deadline,
27 Aug. 2025
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This was historically bad stuff from the Carolina front last season.—
The Athletic NFL Staff,
New York Times,
27 Aug. 2025
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The Gallaghers’ combination of attitude and talent stretched the limits of creative partnership to epic and unpredictable heights.—
Rob Picheta,
CNN Money,
28 Aug. 2025
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While businesses work to scale AI, his holistic approach that integrates technology with business vision, talent development, continuous measurement, and ethical responsibility is absolutely essential.—
Wyles Daniel,
USA Today,
28 Aug. 2025
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“Qualification.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/qualification. Accessed 3 Sep. 2025.
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