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qualified

v.
B1 Intermediate Oxford US //ˈkwɑɫəˌfaɪd// UK //kwˈɒlɪfˌaɪd// qual·i·fied General-service

v. to pass an exam or finish a training course so you are officially allowed to do a job. It can also mean to reach the next stage of a competition.

v. to achieve the necessary credentials, skills, or standards required for a specific profession or status. In a sporting context, to successfully complete a preliminary round to advance in a tournament.


SIMPLE

She studied hard and finally qualified as a doctor.

CONTEXTUAL

After winning their final match of the season, the local team qualified for the national championships.

COMPLEX

Although he had years of practical experience in the field, he still needed to pass the state exam to be legally qualified to practice.

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The verb is often intransitive when followed by 'as' (for professions) or 'for' (for competitions).

Pitfall

He qualified to be a lawyerHe qualified as a lawyerWhen referring to a professional role or title, the verb typically takes 'as' rather than an infinitive phrase.

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