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eligible

[el-i-juh-buhl] / ˈɛl ɪ dʒə bəl /


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In New York, where the firm is located, people are only eligible for those if they are being stalked by a partner or ex-partner.

From Salon Aug. 17, 2026

The amount depends on where your son lives, his age, the plan he selected, whether he is eligible for a subsidy, whether you claim him as a tax dependent, your household MAGI, among other factors.

From MarketWatch Aug. 17, 2026

The Titans' season opener is on 13 September and Johnson will be eligible for reinstatement on Monday, 19 October.

From BBC Aug. 15, 2026

To be eligible for assisted dying, a patient must be of legal age and a French national or a long-term resident.

From Barron's Aug. 14, 2026

Of about 612,000 women who were eligible to vote in the referendum, only about 7 percent registered and only about 4 percent voted.

From "Votes for Women!" by Winifred Conkling




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