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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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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
Patients with qualifying insurance can access the Wellness Plus Plan starting at $69 per month.
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Jay Sparks, USA Today, 2 June 2026
Applicants must be at least 21 years old, registered to vote in Mecklenburg County, qualified to vote in city elections and registered as a Democrat — the same party as outgoing Mayor Vi Lyles.
—Charlotte Observer, 2 June 2026
For the first time in 28 years, Scotland’s national football team is gearing up for a World Cup run, after qualifying in last-minute fashion in 2025.
—Jazz Monroe, Pitchfork, 2 June 2026
Ask your insurer which home improvements qualify for discounts before starting a project, according to a March post from Liberty Mutual Insurance.
—Greg Iacurci, CNBC, 2 June 2026
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Jay Sparks, USA Today, 2 June 2026
Applicants must be at least 21 years old, registered to vote in Mecklenburg County, qualified to vote in city elections and registered as a Democrat — the same party as outgoing Mayor Vi Lyles.
—Charlotte Observer, 2 June 2026
For the first time in 28 years, Scotland’s national football team is gearing up for a World Cup run, after qualifying in last-minute fashion in 2025.
—Jazz Monroe, Pitchfork, 2 June 2026
Ask your insurer which home improvements qualify for discounts before starting a project, according to a March post from Liberty Mutual Insurance.
—Greg Iacurci, CNBC, 2 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for qualify
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The Utilities Commission will begin an evidentiary hearing in the case July 7 before deciding later this year whether to approve, modify or reject Duke’s request.—
Nora O'Neill,
Charlotte Observer,
3 June 2026
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Picking an easier-to-modify plant was off the table, too.—
Jacek Krywko,
ArsTechnica,
3 June 2026
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This Sisyphus of Silicon Valley is on the front lines of a rapidly expanding industry of robot trainers, preparing to teach and operate the army of humanoid robots scheduled to march out of nearby factories in the coming year.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
31 May 2026
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As Guerrero prepares for another season as the centerpiece of the Blue Jays after signing a 14-year, $500 million extension, Bichette's latest comments serve as a reminder of the pressure the pair faced together in Toronto.—
Peter Chawaga,
Forbes.com,
31 May 2026
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They're entitled to be heard by a federal judge, not just an immigration judge.—
Jaclyn Diaz,
NPR,
2 June 2026
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Gap, according to the Worker Rights Consortium, a Washington watchdog, originally backed The Willbes’ claims that the women, including unionists and pregnant workers, had chosen to be fired, voluntarily giving up critical benefits to which they were entitled.—
Jasmin Malik Chua,
Footwear News,
1 June 2026
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According to the firm, the dual-domain architecture enables the robot to interpret spoken instructions, understand its environment, generate action plans, and execute physical tasks with coordinated motion.—
Jijo Malayil,
Interesting Engineering,
3 June 2026
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Originally designed to operate for just one year around Mars, MAVEN's mission was repeatedly extended, enabling the most extensive research into the workings of the Martian atmosphere ever attempted.—
William Harwood,
CBS News,
3 June 2026
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Accessibility There are six rooms with accessible showers, which can also be equipped with a chair if necessary.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
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Outside, the pool house is equipped with an outdoor fireplace for cooking, ideal for whipping up meals during pool parties and the like.—
Tori Latham,
Robb Report,
1 June 2026
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When the town council earlier this month authorized Martin to make the request, Councilor Travis Simpson emphasized that the town needs to ensure the building materials are safe.—
Don Stacom,
Hartford Courant,
2 June 2026
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Kalshi detected Santos' trades, froze his account and referred the case to the Commodity Futures Trading Commission and the Department of Justice, according to a person familiar with Kalshi's investigation who was not authorized to speak publicly.—
Bobby Allyn,
NPR,
2 June 2026
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Art Partner has unveiled the 2026 Earth Partner Prize – an international competition dedicated to empowering young people to take impactful action in response to the climate emergency.—
Vogue,
Vogue,
6 June 2026
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The foundation changes the lives of children with cancer by funding impactful research, raising awareness, supporting families and empowering everyone to help cure childhood cancer.—
CBS News Philadelphia Staff,
CBS News,
3 June 2026
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“Qualify.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/qualify. Accessed 8 Jun. 2026.
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