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eligible

[el-i-juh-buhl] / ˈɛl ɪ dʒə bəl /


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The difference shapes how much time Sharifullah could spend behind bars — the more serious charge was eligible for a life sentence.

From Salon • May 19, 2026

As far as the Internal Revenue Service is concerned, what matters is the sale price, the difference between the sale price and your stepped‑up basis, as discussed above, along with any eligible selling expenses.

From MarketWatch • May 18, 2026

Before the six months are out, another 78% of shares will become eligible for sale.

From Barron's • May 15, 2026

California also allows Medicaid dollars to subsidize activities “that support an eligible member’s inclusion in the community,” including sports club fees, gym memberships, bicycles, scooters, music and art lessons.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 15, 2026

It made her think about what kind of conjure companion she might get on her thirteenth birthday—and whether Marvellian creatures were now eligible.

From "The Marvellers" by Dhonielle Clayton




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