Merit
Qualify
Qualify verb - To limit the meaning of (as a noun).
Both words in one sentence
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Even putting aside that scholarships do not work that way, Fiona's high academics and successful athletics more than qualify her for even the most basic merit awards, let alone need-based awards.
Source: Webcomic / Kevin & Kell
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