preparedness
noun
pre·pared·ness
pri-ˈper-əd-nəs 
also
-ˈperd-nəs
: the quality or state of being prepared
especially
: a state of adequate preparation in case of war
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The military is in a state of preparedness.
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Solange Charas, Forbes.com, 31 May 2025
All of this underscores how vulnerable our food system remains and why investments in biosecurity and disease preparedness are more important than ever.
—Mandy Taheri, MSNBC Newsweek, 31 May 2025
Listen to this article The Poway Neighborhood Emergency Corps and Poway Fire Safe Council have received a $7,000 SAFE grant from The San Diego Regional Fire Foundation to support wildfire education and preparedness programs in the community.
—Julie Gallant, San Diego Union-Tribune, 28 May 2025
Their marketing and communications position requires them to maintain relationships with teachers, other parents, and community members, while their risk management role involves childproofing, emergency preparedness, and ensuring family safety protocols are followed.
—Allbusiness, Forbes.com, 19 May 2025
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“Preparedness.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/preparedness. Accessed 5 Jun. 2025.
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preparedness
noun
pre·pared·ness
pri-ˈpar-əd-nəs
-ˈper-
-ˈper-
also -ˈpa(ə)rd-nəs,
or -ˈpe(ə)rd-
: the quality or state of being prepared
especially
: a state of readiness for war
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