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