qualifier

noun

Definition of qualifiernext
as in competitor

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Recent Examples of qualifier In February 2024, Charlie competed in a pre-qualifier for the tour in the hopes of playing the Cognizant Classic, PEOPLE previously reported. — Madison E. Goldberg, PEOPLE, 23 July 2026 At just 16 years old, Yamal made his Spain national team debut at a Euro 2024 qualifier against Georgia. — Emma Burleigh, Fortune, 16 July 2026 Dean lost out on a 3-for-1 qualifier at West Lancashire two weeks ago and was invited to compete. — ABC News, 13 July 2026 Spain, among the pre-tournament favorites, were held to a goalless draw by first-time World Cup qualifier Cape Verde, whose 40-year-old goalkeeper Vozinha turned away 27 shots. — Daniel Ross Goodman, The Washington Examiner, 11 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for qualifier
Recent Examples of Synonyms for qualifier
  1. competitor
  2. entry
  3. entrant
  4. contestant
  5. candidate
  6. favorite
  7. applicant
  8. contender
Noun
  • Klobuchar handily won the Democratic-Farmer-Labor primary Tuesday with no major competitors.
    — Alex Derosier, Twin Cities, 12 Aug. 2026
  • Burger King’s growth is a stark contrast compared to its competitors.
    — Jordan Valinsky, CNN Money, 12 Aug. 2026
Definition of competitor
Noun
  • At the same time, the price of entry for many recognisable heritage handbags has moved comfortably into four figures, and frequently several thousand dollars.
    — Kate Hardcastle, Forbes.com, 13 Aug. 2026
  • Spray the solution at key entry points around the house, such as windows, doors and near plumbing.
    — BestReviews, Chicago Tribune, 13 Aug. 2026
Definition of entry
Noun
  • The sluggish job market has shut out new entrants and left people like Ruiz feeling stuck.
    — Bryan Mena, CNN Money, 8 Aug. 2026
  • Facing an aging farmer population and significant barriers for new entrants, Whole Foods Market has partnered with the National Young Farmers Coalition to launch the Next Generation Farmer Fund.
    — Andrew Watman, Forbes.com, 7 Aug. 2026
Definition of entrant
Noun
  • Now, is using paper towels a little lackluster compared with last year’s Abbott Elementary crossover challenge, where the contestants had to use school supplies?
    — Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 7 Aug. 2026
  • But four contestants representing Florida, Arkansas, Oklahoma and Oregon interviewed by USA TODAY the week before the competition appeared overwhelmingly excited, if a little nervous, to convene in Ohio for the games.
    — Kinsey Crowley, USA Today, 7 Aug. 2026
Definition of contestant
Noun
  • The event featured Georgia's congressional, Senate, House, and gubernatorial candidates discussing key economic issues affecting the state and nation.
    — Riley Bunch, AJC.com, 10 Aug. 2026
  • Mike Lindell, the founder of MyPillow, is a top Republican candidate in the governor's race.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 10 Aug. 2026
Definition of candidate
Noun
  • Shields, undefeated at 18-0, is the heavy favorite despite being the challenger against Scott (5-1-1), who secured her belts last December.
    — Brian Mazique, Forbes.com, 11 Aug. 2026
  • The leader of anti-immigration party Reform UK is running in an election as the incumbent favorite, and his main opponent is a man dressed as a garbage can.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 11 Aug. 2026
Definition of favorite
Noun
  • As of July 29th, more than 120,000 eligible applicants are awaiting additional funding.
    — Lacey Beasley, CBS News, 11 Aug. 2026
  • An unsolicited email fro a mother is not evidence that the applicant asked her to send it.
    — Jason Walker PsyD, Forbes.com, 10 Aug. 2026
Definition of applicant
Noun
  • One of the top contenders for the AA title, reigning Pan American floor champion Claire Pease opened her night on floor exercise.
    — Caroline Price, Forbes.com, 8 Aug. 2026
  • The Indiana Fever — a habitual middle-of-the-pack franchise, 14 years removed from its only championship — have been on a hot streak on the court lately that has carried them up among the championship contenders.
    — Leah Asmelash, CNN Money, 7 Aug. 2026
Definition of contender

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