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as in readies
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 equips
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 composes
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 plans
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 prepares
The oil tanker ‘Devon’ prepares to transfer crude oil from Kharg Island oil terminal to India in the Persian Gulf, Iran, on March 23, 2018.
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Lee Ying Shan, CNBC, 4 Oct. 2024
Thomas Wilson prepares to hit a shot from Ross Whittaker and Christopher Haworth during the first round of the Pro Mens Doubles at the 2023 BioFreeze USA Pickleball National Championships held at the Brookhaven Country Club on November 8, 2023 in Dallas, Texas.
—Lillian Rizzo, CNBC, 3 Oct. 2024
This prepares the material for use in cement while also accelerating the natural process of carbon mineralization.
—Mark Le Dain, Forbes, 3 Oct. 2024
Speaking from a rehearsal studio in England as his band prepares for gigs in Berlin, Paris, and London this month, Harrison emphasizes how his work on INNERSTANDING—and his sense of self—was fueled by putting down his phone and reconnecting with nature.
—Derek Scancarelli, Forbes, 3 Oct. 2024
Removing dead foliage in fall prepares plants for the next growing season and reduces remaining tasks for spring, which is a busy time in the garden.
—Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 3 Oct. 2024
Specializing in this before-afterlife care prepares Sims for difficult moments like, Discussing End of Life services or Contemplating Existence.
—Jennifer Maas, Variety, 3 Oct. 2024
Lee Ying Shan, CNBC, 4 Oct. 2024
Thomas Wilson prepares to hit a shot from Ross Whittaker and Christopher Haworth during the first round of the Pro Mens Doubles at the 2023 BioFreeze USA Pickleball National Championships held at the Brookhaven Country Club on November 8, 2023 in Dallas, Texas.
—Lillian Rizzo, CNBC, 3 Oct. 2024
This prepares the material for use in cement while also accelerating the natural process of carbon mineralization.
—Mark Le Dain, Forbes, 3 Oct. 2024
Speaking from a rehearsal studio in England as his band prepares for gigs in Berlin, Paris, and London this month, Harrison emphasizes how his work on INNERSTANDING—and his sense of self—was fueled by putting down his phone and reconnecting with nature.
—Derek Scancarelli, Forbes, 3 Oct. 2024
Removing dead foliage in fall prepares plants for the next growing season and reduces remaining tasks for spring, which is a busy time in the garden.
—Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 3 Oct. 2024
Specializing in this before-afterlife care prepares Sims for difficult moments like, Discussing End of Life services or Contemplating Existence.
—Jennifer Maas, Variety, 3 Oct. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for prepares
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As for the paper output tray, Brother equips the HL-L3295CDW with an appropriate 150-sheet capacity.David English, PCMAG, 3 Oct. 2024
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Ruth’s House is a loving home for young single mothers that encourages and equips them to make positive changes in their lives, care for their children and build their own futures.Brian Gioiele, Connecticut Post, 3 Oct. 2024
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Target plans to be the destination of choice for shoppers looking for Wicked merchandise this holiday season.Pamela N. Danziger, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
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Lan, 27, also plans to vote for Harris because of the vice president's plans to protect the environment.Tamia Fowlkes, Journal Sentinel, 4 Oct. 2024
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This earlier screening age provides an opportunity for doctors to catch cancer sooner, particularly in high-risk groups.Sandra Rose Salathe, Flow Space, 4 Oct. 2024
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This voluntary tool provides guidance for disclosures on governance, strategy, risk and impact management as well as metrics and targets.Amy Nguyen, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
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In another panel, a panelist inaccurately described what qualifies as a stakeholder in the EU.Jon McGowan, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
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Here’s a rundown on who qualifies for a test-free renewal and the hoops seniors still need to jump through.Jon Healey, Los Angeles Times, 1 Oct. 2024
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Lois Alter Mark has traveled to all seven continents and writes about everything from luxury spas, cruises and hotels to quirky museums, street food and her favorite travel products.Lois Alter Mark, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
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If Page Six writes about what happened at an event at, say, the Metropolitan Museum, and Melinda Gates, Nicole Kidman, Bono and attorney Shelly Bernstein are among the guests, guess who gave them the item?Susan Mulcahy, The Hollywood Reporter, 4 Oct. 2024
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The Census Bureau calculates the gender wage gap by comparing only men and women who work year-round in full-time jobs.Alexandra Olson and Claire Savage, The Christian Science Monitor, 16 Oct. 2024
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Wider gap for part-time workers The Census Bureau calculates the gender wage gap by comparing only men and women who work year-round in full-time jobs.CBS News, CBS News, 16 Oct. 2024
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“Prepares.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/prepares. Accessed 3 Dec. 2024.
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