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as in readying
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 equipping
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 composing
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 planning
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 preparing
Albert Samaha, New Yorker, 31 Mar. 2026
In the face of this uncertainty, companies and other organizations are preparing for a world in which the conflict — and subsequent jolt to crude prices — becomes a long-term challenge, affecting everything from travel planning to mail delivery.
—Dylan Butts, CNBC, 30 Mar. 2026
The Pentagon is reportedly preparing for weeks of ground operations inside Iran, according to the Wall Street Journal, including a potentially devastating and dangerous mission to excavate uranium from the country.
—Eva Roytburg, Fortune, 30 Mar. 2026
The documentary series, which premieres on National Geographic tomorrow and will be available to stream on Disney+ and Hulu on April 1, offers an intimate perspective on a hive of honeybees preparing to survive the winter.
—Emma Gometz, Scientific American, 30 Mar. 2026
Castor is preparing to open her first brick-and-mortar location just south of TCU in Fort Worth's Westcliff area.
—Lauren Crawford, CBS News, 30 Mar. 2026
The Washington Post reported the Pentagon is preparing for weeks of ground operations in Iran, citing US officials, but senior administration staff, including Secretary of State Marco Rubio, have downplayed such a move.
—The Dallas Morning News, Dallas Morning News, 30 Mar. 2026
The whole process took barely a minute, but the actors had likely spent weeks preparing for it.
—Taran Khan, The Dial, 24 Mar. 2026
Moving quickly to acquire a slate, positioning itself as a theatrical-first distributor, and preparing for high-profile industry showcases like CinemaCon all require significant upfront investment.
—Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 23 Mar. 2026
Verb
The process involved preparing documents showing proof of employment or family ties that signal an applicant isn’t likely to overstay their visa.
—Albert Samaha, New Yorker, 31 Mar. 2026
In the face of this uncertainty, companies and other organizations are preparing for a world in which the conflict — and subsequent jolt to crude prices — becomes a long-term challenge, affecting everything from travel planning to mail delivery.
—Dylan Butts, CNBC, 30 Mar. 2026
The Pentagon is reportedly preparing for weeks of ground operations inside Iran, according to the Wall Street Journal, including a potentially devastating and dangerous mission to excavate uranium from the country.
—Eva Roytburg, Fortune, 30 Mar. 2026
The documentary series, which premieres on National Geographic tomorrow and will be available to stream on Disney+ and Hulu on April 1, offers an intimate perspective on a hive of honeybees preparing to survive the winter.
—Emma Gometz, Scientific American, 30 Mar. 2026
Castor is preparing to open her first brick-and-mortar location just south of TCU in Fort Worth's Westcliff area.
—Lauren Crawford, CBS News, 30 Mar. 2026
The Washington Post reported the Pentagon is preparing for weeks of ground operations in Iran, citing US officials, but senior administration staff, including Secretary of State Marco Rubio, have downplayed such a move.
—The Dallas Morning News, Dallas Morning News, 30 Mar. 2026
The whole process took barely a minute, but the actors had likely spent weeks preparing for it.
—Taran Khan, The Dial, 24 Mar. 2026
Moving quickly to acquire a slate, positioning itself as a theatrical-first distributor, and preparing for high-profile industry showcases like CinemaCon all require significant upfront investment.
—Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 23 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for preparing
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So California may be readying to wage a two-front battle — the familiar one against smog, but a second, altogether new one, against an administration determined to let California get smoggy again.—
Patt Morrison,
Los Angeles Times,
26 Mar. 2026
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Angharad James-Turner scored in her first start for the Reign in Spokane, where the team is playing three games while Lumen Field in Seattle is readying for this summer's World Cup.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
26 Mar. 2026
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Hospitality Partnerships Are Key Since 2013, Tréca Paris has been supporting the Airelles hotel group in equipping its prestigious establishments.—
Sofia Celeste,
Footwear News,
12 Mar. 2026
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Iran now appears to be equipping more of its ballistic missiles with a cargo warhead, which can carry cluster submunitions, than in previous conflicts with Israel.—
Jeremy Diamond,
CNN Money,
12 Mar. 2026
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The video depicted fingers on a MIDI keyboard, turning knobs, pushing buttons and supposedly composing the song in real time.—
Sam Davies,
Rolling Stone,
25 Mar. 2026
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The filmmaker shows a strong handle over the film’s fanciful tone and fitfully filthy sense of humor, and he’s credited with composing the film’s score full of squawking brass instruments and skittish strings in addition to writing, directing and editing.—
Stephen Saito,
Variety,
16 Mar. 2026
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After suffering a brutal knockout at UFC Seattle, Maycee Barber is already planning her comeback.—
Kyle Newman,
Denver Post,
31 Mar. 2026
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Browne’s family is planning an event honoring him in mid-May.—
Mary Ann Grossmann,
Twin Cities,
31 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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But diplomatic protocol ahead of a presidential visit to China usually sees either the US secretary of state or the national security advisor make a preparatory trip too, and that did not happen.—
Sylvie Zhuang,
CNN Money,
21 Mar. 2026
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Before the performance, students participate in several preparatory rehearsals.—
Noah Lyons,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
9 Mar. 2026
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Supplemental Security Income is a program administered by the Social Security Administration providing benefits for those with limited or no income or resources, those aged 65 or older, and those who are blind or have a qualifying disability.—
Mike Snider,
USA Today,
29 Mar. 2026
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Pakistani officials have said their public effort follows weeks of quiet diplomacy, while providing few details.—
Dallas Morning News,
Dallas Morning News,
29 Mar. 2026
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Awards and cash prizes worth $25,000, including five Academy Award-qualifying awards, will be announced on June 28, with the Best of the Fest program screening on the final day, June 29.—
Jazz Tangcay,
Variety,
1 Apr. 2026
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Enacted under recent legislation, this temporary deduction is available to qualifying seniors for the 2025 tax year and is stacked on top of both the standard deduction and the existing extra deduction for older filers.—
Angelica Leicht,
CBS News,
1 Apr. 2026
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But if the Cowboys don’t find a tango partner, drafting Parker makes some sense.—
Nick Harris,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
27 Mar. 2026
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Some faculty involved in drafting it later distanced themselves from the effort.—
Garrett Shanley,
Miami Herald,
26 Mar. 2026
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