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as in modifies
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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as in prepares
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 entitles
to give a right to
this coupon qualifies the bearer for an extra 15% off the discounted price
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as in enables
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 qualifies
By setting clear criteria for what qualifies as thought leadership, organizations can focus their resources on ideas with real potential.
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Rhea Wessel, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
With its massive length, seating more limited in this competitive period, as well as pre-Christmas alternative activities, its initial performance qualifies as strong.
—Tom Brueggemann, IndieWire, 22 Dec. 2024
Who qualifies in Kentucky for a medical marijuana card?
—Marina Johnson, The Courier-Journal, 20 Dec. 2024
It's been three decades since the agency updated its standards on what qualifies as healthy.
—Allison Aubrey, NPR, 19 Dec. 2024
Part of the fun in discussions of who qualifies as a blue blood is that there’s rarely consensus.
—Ben Bolch, Los Angeles Times, 19 Dec. 2024
The brand also launched a range of sun protective swim and rash vests in UPF 50+, which qualifies for the Skin Cancer Foundation’s Seal of Recommendation and blocks 98% of the sun’s rays.
—Dahvi Shira, Forbes, 19 Dec. 2024
Nearly half of each conference qualifies for the postseason.
—Brad Biggs, Chicago Tribune, 19 Dec. 2024
The list below isn’t about what holiday film is better than the other or what qualifies it as a Christmas movie.
—Tim Lammers, Forbes, 16 Dec. 2024
Rhea Wessel, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
With its massive length, seating more limited in this competitive period, as well as pre-Christmas alternative activities, its initial performance qualifies as strong.
—Tom Brueggemann, IndieWire, 22 Dec. 2024
Who qualifies in Kentucky for a medical marijuana card?
—Marina Johnson, The Courier-Journal, 20 Dec. 2024
It's been three decades since the agency updated its standards on what qualifies as healthy.
—Allison Aubrey, NPR, 19 Dec. 2024
Part of the fun in discussions of who qualifies as a blue blood is that there’s rarely consensus.
—Ben Bolch, Los Angeles Times, 19 Dec. 2024
The brand also launched a range of sun protective swim and rash vests in UPF 50+, which qualifies for the Skin Cancer Foundation’s Seal of Recommendation and blocks 98% of the sun’s rays.
—Dahvi Shira, Forbes, 19 Dec. 2024
Nearly half of each conference qualifies for the postseason.
—Brad Biggs, Chicago Tribune, 19 Dec. 2024
The list below isn’t about what holiday film is better than the other or what qualifies it as a Christmas movie.
—Tim Lammers, Forbes, 16 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for qualifies
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Moving to cloud platforms and scalable storage solutions prepares businesses for AI.—
Mikko Karkkainen,
Forbes,
6 Jan. 2025
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The decision comes amid a rising trade war between the United States and China as the Biden Administration prepares to leave office.—
David Blackmon,
Forbes,
6 Jan. 2025
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Cybersecurity can potentially be compromised by the same computational capacity that enables the solution of complex issues.—
Chuck Brooks,
Forbes,
24 Dec. 2024
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This enables quantum computers to perform complex calculations with fundamentally different computational capabilities.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes,
24 Dec. 2024
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Hosting workshops or webinars featuring experts in child mental health equips parents with tools to recognize distress and manage screen time effectively.—
Dr. Ritu Goel,
Forbes,
23 Dec. 2024
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Incorporating executive function and social skills training into adolescents' education equips them with the necessary tools to navigate the complexities of adult life, fostering independence and resilience.—
Dr. Aviva Legatt,
Forbes,
17 Dec. 2024
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Congress, through farm bills, authorizes modern nutrition, agriculture and rural development programs, simultaneously suspending the enforcement of standing 1938 and 1949 agriculture laws unsuited for current farming needs.—
LISA MASCARO,
arkansasonline.com,
21 Dec. 2024
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The Senate passed on Wednesday the National Defense Authorization Act, the annual defense bill that authorizes Defense Department policies and funding levels.—
Ramsey Touchberry,
Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government,
18 Dec. 2024
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Founded by Grammy-winning mastering engineer Emily Lazar, the organization empowers women and non-binary producers and engineers to succeed at the highest levels through scholarships and grants, mentorship, research, advocacy, and community events.—
Jem Aswad,
Variety,
23 Dec. 2024
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Structure in a way that best inspires, enables and empowers people to leverage their own and others’ capabilities together in support of the strategy.—
George Bradt,
Forbes,
23 Dec. 2024
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“Qualifies.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/qualifies. Accessed 1 Apr. 2025.
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