qualifying phrase
nounUK /ˈkwɒlɪfaɪɪŋ freɪz/
US /ˈkwɑːlɪfaɪɪŋ freɪz/
A small group of words that adds extra details to another word.
In the sentence 'the dog with brown spots barked,' the words 'with brown spots' are a qualifying phrase.
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2. A phrase that makes a statement less strong or less general.
He said he was 'sort of' ready, using a qualifying phrase to soften his answer.
3. A phrase that states a condition that must be met.
The rule includes the qualifying phrase 'if it is not raining.'
4. A phrase that shows someone has the skills or right for something.
The job ad used the qualifying phrase 'with two years of experience.'