eligible

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Ahead of the announcement, Stephens analyst Melissa Roberts wrote that the company had a “lower likelihood” of selection than some of the other eligible names.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 6, 2026

So far, about four million children have been signed up, with about a quarter of them eligible for the $1,000 funding, according to Treasury.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 6, 2026

Candidates from both parties are eligible to participate due to California’s “jungle primary” system, in which all candidates appear on the same ballot regardless of political affiliation.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 6, 2026

“We look forward to working with Congress again to ensure no benefit cuts, full funding for all eligible families seeking WIC services, and permanent access to flexible WIC services.”

From Salon • Apr. 6, 2026

At the rate he was going, he would no longer be eligible for football once he received his grade for the six-week period.

From "Friday Night Lights: A Town, A Team, And A Dream" by H.G. Bissinger