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eligible

[el-i-juh-buhl] / ˈɛl ɪ dʒə bəl /


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If a governor opts out, families in the state won’t be eligible for these scholarships.

From The Wall Street Journal

Of these, 63 were eligible to request a postponement due to local government reorganisation, and in January it was announced that 30 would be delayed.

From BBC

When a long-tenured employee’s position is eliminated, that employee may be eligible to bump out another employee with less seniority in a lower-position.

From Los Angeles Times

Smith arrived in Sri Lanka last week and is eligible for selection after the International Cricket Council approved his inclusion to complete Australia's 15-man squad.

From Barron's

Each eligible household can receive one energy-efficient cooking appliance, including an air fryer, along with access to free healthy cooking sessions.

From BBC