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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
Now that the special election has officially been called, a candidate can file paperwork to begin collecting signatures to qualify.
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Maritza Dominguez, AZCentral.com, 12 July 2025
Instead of merely playing for bragging rights, rivalry games will impact who qualifies for the CFP or conference play-in games.
—The Athletic College Football Staff, New York Times, 11 July 2025
During the first Trump administration, the definition of qualifying employment was expanded to include religious organizations.
—Adam S. Minsky, Forbes.com, 11 July 2025
Who qualifies for a handicap placard or license plate in Missouri?
—Joseph Hernandez, Kansas City Star, 1 July 2025
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Maritza Dominguez, AZCentral.com, 12 July 2025
Instead of merely playing for bragging rights, rivalry games will impact who qualifies for the CFP or conference play-in games.
—The Athletic College Football Staff, New York Times, 11 July 2025
During the first Trump administration, the definition of qualifying employment was expanded to include religious organizations.
—Adam S. Minsky, Forbes.com, 11 July 2025
Who qualifies for a handicap placard or license plate in Missouri?
—Joseph Hernandez, Kansas City Star, 1 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for qualify
Verb
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Over time, the test was modified so that people could earn some income without losing all their benefits.—
Liz Weston,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
13 July 2025
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It was modified and approved several times to accommodate community input.—
Dana Afana,
Freep.com,
12 July 2025
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Whole spelt berries work well in breakfast cereal, soups, or side dishes, and can be prepared like rice or risotto.—
Caroline Tien,
SELF,
15 July 2025
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Researchers have used different types of strawberries prepared in different ways to assess their blood pressure benefits.—
Mark Gurarie,
Verywell Health,
15 July 2025
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The new album, entitled Friends & Family 2, is comprised of cover versions of songs by bands and musicians who shared the stage with Firefall members in the 1970s.—
Gary Stoller,
Forbes.com,
9 July 2025
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This wealth increasingly entitles one to power and privilege: there are numerous billionaires in key positions in the Trump Administration, and some (including the President) have used their public offices for financial gain.—
Time,
Time,
7 July 2025
Verb
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Offshore and domestic trusts can be structured to enable generational transfer while preserving legal separation.—
Blake Harris,
Forbes.com,
10 July 2025
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There’s a fine line between compatibility and codependency, having compassion for another person’s failings and enabling them.—
Judy Berman,
Time,
10 July 2025
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In this way, musicians are uniquely equipped for reinvention.—
Victoria Chynoweth,
Rolling Stone,
11 July 2025
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In other words, he was thrust into a challenging role that he was no longer equipped to handle.—
Harman Dayal,
New York Times,
11 July 2025
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On Sunday, President Donald Trump signed a Major Disaster Declaration authorizing federal disaster aid and activating the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA).—
Nikki McCann Ramirez,
Rolling Stone,
7 July 2025
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Lopez told Murray on Wednesday that he's no longer authorized to sell Infowars' assets and vacated the September order that detailed the terms of the auction.—
Karoline Leonard,
Austin American Statesman,
5 July 2025
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An integrated approach will empower organizations to better protect themselves against the growing array of cyber threats.—
Chuck Brooks,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
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Support initiatives like African Bush Camps Foundation’s Female Guides Program, which empowers women to become safari guides through mentorship and field training, helping shape a more inclusive future for the industry.—
Marni Granston,
Travel + Leisure,
14 July 2025
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“Qualify.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/qualify. Accessed 19 Jul. 2025.
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