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as in to ready
to make ready in advance
I think I have prepared myself well for this challenge we prepared the classroom for the important visitors by getting rid of some unsightly clutter
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as in to equip
to make competent (as by training, skill, or ability) for a particular office or function
basic training is intended to prepare raw recruits for active duty in the military
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as in to compose
to put (something) into proper and usually carefully worked out written form
the CEO asked his assistant to prepare a statement for the press
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as in to plan
to work out the details of (something) in advance
preparing an escape route in case of a fire
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Recent Examples of prepare
During the Ash Wednesday homily, which had been prepared for the pontiff, the substitute celebrant opened with words of solidarity and gratitude for Francis.
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Russel Honoré, Newsweek, 6 Mar. 2025
After a journey spanning about 4.5 days, Athena arrived in lunar orbit Monday (March 3), where the spacecraft and Intuitive Machines operators in mission control have continued preparing the lander for its descent to the surface.
—Josh Dinner, Space.com, 6 Mar. 2025
Three years ago, Payton McNabb was an all-star high school athlete, one of the best, preparing for a future in college sports.
—CBS News, 5 Mar. 2025
Ash Wednesday Francis’ treatment continues as the Vatican prepares for Lent, the solemn period beginning with Ash Wednesday and leading up to Easter on April 20.
—Nicole Winfield, Chicago Tribune, 5 Mar. 2025
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Russel Honoré, Newsweek, 6 Mar. 2025
After a journey spanning about 4.5 days, Athena arrived in lunar orbit Monday (March 3), where the spacecraft and Intuitive Machines operators in mission control have continued preparing the lander for its descent to the surface.
—Josh Dinner, Space.com, 6 Mar. 2025
Three years ago, Payton McNabb was an all-star high school athlete, one of the best, preparing for a future in college sports.
—CBS News, 5 Mar. 2025
Ash Wednesday Francis’ treatment continues as the Vatican prepares for Lent, the solemn period beginning with Ash Wednesday and leading up to Easter on April 20.
—Nicole Winfield, Chicago Tribune, 5 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for prepare
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The Trump administration has designated Mexican drug cartels as terrorist groups and is readying 25% tariffs on goods imported from Mexico.—
Melissa Quinn,
CBS News,
3 Mar. 2025
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According to Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman, Apple is readying its marketing, sales, and retail teams for the launch while clearing out inventory of its existing MacBook Air models.—
Jibin Joseph,
PCMAG,
24 Feb. 2025
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The shift from demanding certainty to seeking understanding equips leaders to adapt to an unpredictable world.—
Glenn Llopis,
Forbes,
1 Mar. 2025
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Project 713, a 195-foot superyacht with a blue-gray hull, is the first vessel from the company to be equipped with solar cells for power, alongside its diesel-electric main propulsion.—
Nicole Hoey,
Robb Report,
28 Feb. 2025
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Anadol’s ‘Living Architecture’ installation is accompanied by a custom soundscape composed by Anadol’s longtime collaborator, Kerim Karaoglu which integrates sound recordings made in the museum and enhances the sensory immersion of the installation.—
Lee Sharrock,
Forbes,
10 Mar. 2025
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The two-tone Schiaparelli gown is composed of a white maxi dress with sculptural halter straps that accentuate its deep V neckline and a dark blue raw denim corset.—
Raven Brunner,
People.com,
10 Mar. 2025
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The outrageous plot follows failing impresario Max Bialystock who plans to stage a Broadway flop and collect on investors’ money.—
Caroline Frost,
Deadline,
2 Mar. 2025
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These are all important features for anyone who plans to spend hours walking, standing, or running.—
Rylee Johnston,
Travel + Leisure,
2 Mar. 2025
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The Context Russia's invasion of Ukraine last week entered its fourth year, with the U.S. previously providing billions in military and humanitarian support.—
Gordon G. Chang,
Newsweek,
4 Mar. 2025
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The upper stage ended up exploding over the Atlantic Ocean, providing a dramatic sky show for people in the Turks and Caicos Islands and nearby areas.—
Mike Wall,
Space.com,
4 Mar. 2025
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Florida, which has won eight of its past nine games, qualified for the NCAA Tournament last year as a No. 7 seed after missing the tournament the previous two years.—
The Athletic College Basketball Staff,
The Athletic,
6 Mar. 2025
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Workers who qualify for more sophisticated jobs in the industry should not find much of a problem, the forecast suggested.—
David Lightman,
Sacramento Bee,
5 Mar. 2025
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Hackman turned to painting and did voice-over work and writing books.—
Becca Longmire,
People.com,
27 Feb. 2025
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His cardigan from that same Unplugged performance fetched $334,000, while a paper plate with a setlist written on it sold for $22,400.—
Jessica Lynch,
Billboard,
27 Feb. 2025
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Establishing a fully independent judiciary will be essential for organizing free elections, managing political disputes, and rehabilitating the economy, since international investment is often tied to confidence in a country’s legal systems.—
PATRICK VINCK,
Foreign Affairs,
4 Mar. 2025
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The bag’s practical design has an interior center pocket divider with a zipper closure and one interior slip pocket to organize my items while keeping them safe.—
Megan Schaltegger,
People.com,
4 Mar. 2025
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“Prepare.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/prepare. Accessed 14 Mar. 2025.
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