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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
Boeing's astronaut-carrying Starliner spacecraft is also capable of storing cargo within its crew cabin, but issues with the spacecraft during its crew flight test last summer have delayed its qualification to enter into the space station's official fleet.
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Josh Dinner, Space.com, 22 May 2025
Tottenham are 17th in the Premier League but off to the Champions League — and bizarrely, his board would have seen a trophy and qualification as entirely fair objectives.
—Phil Hay, New York Times, 22 May 2025
The winner clinches automatic qualification for the prestigious European Champions League and the multimillion-dollar payout that comes with it.
—Alex Tabet, NBC news, 20 May 2025
The answer lies in understanding the unique qualification landscape created through formal education, certifications and experience.
—Lars Daniel, Forbes.com, 12 May 2025
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Josh Dinner, Space.com, 22 May 2025
Tottenham are 17th in the Premier League but off to the Champions League — and bizarrely, his board would have seen a trophy and qualification as entirely fair objectives.
—Phil Hay, New York Times, 22 May 2025
The winner clinches automatic qualification for the prestigious European Champions League and the multimillion-dollar payout that comes with it.
—Alex Tabet, NBC news, 20 May 2025
The answer lies in understanding the unique qualification landscape created through formal education, certifications and experience.
—Lars Daniel, Forbes.com, 12 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for qualification
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However, prior to their weekend, Smith's Venis launches a new iteration of an AI app he's developed that plunges the world into chaos, courtesy of its capability to produce highly realistic deepfake videos.—
Maureen Lee Lenker,
EW.com,
31 May 2025
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To address rising costs from tariffs, Bitmain VP Irene Gao said during the Antminer S23 launch that Bitmain is working to expand its manufacturing capabilities in the United States.—
Colin Harper,
Forbes.com,
31 May 2025
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Beyond the potential impact on foreign direct investment in the U.S. overall, certain provision of the OBB may have a broader impact, especially affecting common asset protection and wealth planning strategies.—
Priya Prakash Royal Esq. LL.M. MBA AEP TEP,
Forbes.com,
1 June 2025
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At the time, the contractual provision looked like a potential escape valve if the former New England Patriots head coach wanted to return to the NFL.—
Matt Baker,
New York Times,
31 May 2025
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Although the daguerreotype required a high level of expertise, the process made the medium accessible to a wider range of enthusiasts.—
Vince Aletti,
New Yorker,
24 May 2025
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This geographic shift placed the handbag production in the hands of distinguished Tuscan artisans whose expertise in leather-making aligns with the brand’s uncompromising quality standards.—
Fairchild Studio,
Footwear News,
23 May 2025
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During their last meeting in May, both countries agreed to exchange their requirements for a ceasefire.—
Jade Walker,
CNN Money,
2 June 2025
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The requirement to check in 60 minutes before an international flight remains unchanged.—
Dennis Green,
AFAR Media,
2 June 2025
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However, human ability to connect, imagine, and navigate ambiguity remains irreplaceable.—
Arafat Kabir,
Forbes.com,
4 June 2025
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Spending time in our country’s national parks offers a powerful reminder of nature’s ability to uplift and inspire.—
Kathleen Wong,
USA Today,
4 June 2025
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His official cause of death was acute hypoxic respiratory failure, which is a condition where the lungs aren't able to release enough oxygen into the bloodstream.—
Keith Langston,
People.com,
25 May 2025
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Mosquitoes may be coming to you As temperatures rise in numerous parts of the world, researchers have been fairly convinced that mosquitoes seeking warmer conditions will settle in previously uninhabitable areas.—
Janet Loehrke,
USA Today,
25 May 2025
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Even with diminished stuff, he’s found ways to get hitters out, so why should this time be any different?—
Dylan Hernández,
Los Angeles Times,
4 June 2025
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Now, all the stuff is arranged and it’s printed before the first rehearsal.—
Liz Rothaus Bertrand,
Charlotte Observer,
4 June 2025
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At the Democrat-Gazette, Dustin has cultivated strong connections within the local arts and entertainment community and finds joy in spotlighting the creative talents and inspiring stories of the region.—
Dustin Staggs,
Arkansas Online,
25 May 2025
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Former The Devil Wears Prada drummer Daniel Williams and talent agent Dave Shapiro were both killed in a fatal plane crash in San Diego on May 22.—
Edward Segarra,
USA Today,
24 May 2025
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“Qualification.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/qualification. Accessed 7 Jun. 2025.
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