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Qua

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Role IdentificationPlay
Use 'qua' to clarify the capacity or role someone has in a situation. SlideShe participated in the discussion qua expert, not merely as an observer.
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Strict SeparationPlay
'Qua' emphasizes a distinct aspect of an individual or thing, separating roles sharply. SlideQua author, his words carry weight; qua celebrity, much less so.
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Academic FlavorPlay
'Qua' often appears in academic or formal discussions to sound precise. SlideQua historian, she provides a unique perspective on this issue.
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