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Disqualify

Definition

(formal) To officially declare someone or something unfit or ineligible for a particular purpose, position, or competition; to exclude or bar from participation. Often used in formal or technical contexts such as law, sports, or professional certification.

Example Sentences

1The athlete was disqualified from the competition after testing positive for a banned substance.
2Does the fact that the judge has a personal connection to one of the parties disqualify them from presiding over the case?
3The new regulations will disqualify any company that has been convicted of environmental crimes from bidding on government contracts.
4The candidate's failure to disclose their financial interests may disqualify them from holding public office.
5There is a growing debate about whether a history of mental illness should disqualify someone from serving as a police officer.

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