"To disqualify a candidate" means to determine that someone is not eligible or suitable for a particular position or opportunity based on specific criteria or requirements.
Sentences with «to disqualify a candidate»
This stage helps identify deal - breakers or disqualify candidates who don't meet the minimum criteria early on. (resources.workable.com)
It seems un «American» to disqualify a candidate based on his private religious beliefs. (religion.blogs.cnn.com)
CT asked in 2011 whether marital infidelity should disqualify a candidate for public office. (christianitytoday.com)