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disqualify

[dis-kwol-uh-fahy] / dɪsˈkwɒl əˌfaɪ /


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“Getting arrested and convicted for multiple crimes, including carrying a concealed loaded gun, should disqualify Estuardo in this race,” Ugarte said in a statement.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 26, 2026

RMDs can push you into a higher tax bracket, disqualify you from income-sensitive deductions and credits, and trigger higher Medicare premiums.

From Barron's • Mar. 5, 2026

"Unfortunately, the decision of the International Olympic Committee to disqualify Ukrainian skeleton racer Vladyslav Heraskevych says otherwise."

From BBC • Feb. 12, 2026

That means it can disqualify some immigrants with valid work permits.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 6, 2026

“I don’t know, kiddo. Some of the teachers have been grumbling about Dr. Throckmorton’s decision to disqualify your science fair victory.”

From "Shine!" by J.J. and Chris Grabenstein




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