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eligible

[el-i-juh-buhl] / ˈɛl ɪ dʒə bəl /


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One family in Monmouthshire decided to leave Wales and move to Gloucestershire so they would be eligible for childcare support in England.

From BBC

But the demand is so high among eligible families that they remain on waitlists for years, and many children age out before they secure a spot.

From Los Angeles Times

Such transactions can benefit the traders by making them eligible for rewards tied to high volume.

From The Wall Street Journal

“We are looking at a scenario where otherwise eligible working parents lose their coverage simply because they aren’t able to navigate a complex verification process in a timely way,” she said.

From Los Angeles Times

This year, about 15,000 people were eligible to vote for the Grammys - including musicians, producers, lyricists, and even the people who write album liner notes.

From BBC