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

Tens of millions of children are eligible for the accounts, which can grow tax-deferred for decades.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 6, 2026

Candidates running for city office were required to be registered to vote in L.A. and to be residents of the city by Jan. 3 in order to be eligible, according to the city clerk’s office.

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

When she reached the iron gates to the palace grounds, the guards asked for her invitation, and she said, “Is not every eligible woman invited? You must let me through.”

From "Ash" by Malinda Lo