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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
Andreza Araujo, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Spaces represent the steps in catching, slaughtering and preparing a goose for the festive table, and pitfalls—like a jail, a tavern or death—could lose a player a turn or two, or return them to the start.
—John Last, Smithsonian Magazine, 11 Dec. 2024
Now is the time to start preparing for the EAA.
—Gus Alexiou, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
At the time of her death, Wolfe was preparing to start nursing school at the University of Texas.
—Skye Seipp, Austin American-Statesman, 10 Dec. 2024
By embedding these considerations into their planning, businesses can address immediate AI needs while preparing for future demands.
—Steve McDowell, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
Much of A Complete Unknown’s five-year production was spent preparing for the live musical aspects of the shoot, during which Chalamet, Norton, and Monica Barbaro (who plays Joan Baez), learned to play their respective instruments and sing live.
—Madison Bloom, Pitchfork, 10 Dec. 2024
Bridesmaids who want to look their best for wedding photos should consider preparing in advance to get their skin in the best shape for makeup application.
—Shelby Wax, Vogue, 28 Nov. 2024
There is nothing wrong, of course, with preparing to be part of a determined, resourced and successful opposition to policies that many Americans oppose.
—The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 28 Nov. 2024
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Relying on luck typically leads people to ignore the responsibility of preparing for the inevitable.
—Andreza Araujo, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Spaces represent the steps in catching, slaughtering and preparing a goose for the festive table, and pitfalls—like a jail, a tavern or death—could lose a player a turn or two, or return them to the start.
—John Last, Smithsonian Magazine, 11 Dec. 2024
Now is the time to start preparing for the EAA.
—Gus Alexiou, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
At the time of her death, Wolfe was preparing to start nursing school at the University of Texas.
—Skye Seipp, Austin American-Statesman, 10 Dec. 2024
By embedding these considerations into their planning, businesses can address immediate AI needs while preparing for future demands.
—Steve McDowell, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
Much of A Complete Unknown’s five-year production was spent preparing for the live musical aspects of the shoot, during which Chalamet, Norton, and Monica Barbaro (who plays Joan Baez), learned to play their respective instruments and sing live.
—Madison Bloom, Pitchfork, 10 Dec. 2024
Bridesmaids who want to look their best for wedding photos should consider preparing in advance to get their skin in the best shape for makeup application.
—Shelby Wax, Vogue, 28 Nov. 2024
There is nothing wrong, of course, with preparing to be part of a determined, resourced and successful opposition to policies that many Americans oppose.
—The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 28 Nov. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for preparing
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Mercedes is readying the new Marco Polo Horizon for order, and pricing in Germany will start just under €58,940 (approx.New Atlas, New Atlas, 9 Dec. 2024
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And for those who may be considering a future presidential run, readying defenses against the incoming administration could help showcase their political skills and build their profile.Julia Mueller, The Hill, 30 Nov. 2024
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Console After equipping the PlayStation bundle's Scarlet Spider costume, restarting the game could cause the costume to not display as correctly equipped.Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2024
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By equipping businesses with tools to create compelling content that captures customer attention, Growk AI positions itself as a leader in intelligent marketing technology.Kapil Kajal, Interesting Engineering, 7 Dec. 2024
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He's also known for composing a little movie known as Frozen (and Frozen 2) along with his wife Kristen Anderson-Lopez.Sari Hitchins, Parents, 20 Nov. 2024
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In addition to his many other accolades, Quincy Jones has had a profound impact on film and television music, producing and composing over 30 scores, including notable works such as The Pawnbroker, In the Heat of the Night, and In Cold Blood.Jem Aswad, Variety, 19 Nov. 2024
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The share of businesses planning to hire more workers increased by 3 points to 18%, the highest in a year.Lucia Mutikani, USA TODAY, 11 Dec. 2024
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Automakers have invested or are planning to invest hundreds of billions of dollars globally to build a thriving EV market, according to industry consultant AlixPartners, but so far most are losing money.Russ Mitchell, Los Angeles Times, 11 Dec. 2024
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The ultimate goal of any preparatory practice is to get an accountable human thinking about the situation and planning in advance.Tor Constantino, MBA, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
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Sign up Renaissance drawings were generally used as preparatory tools, said Alastair Sooke in The Daily Telegraph.The Week UK, theweek, 15 Nov. 2024
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The best choices for you and the planet Another important omega-3, alpha-linolenic acid or ALA, is found in nuts and seeds such as walnuts, flaxseeds and chia seeds — with ground flaxseeds and flaxseed oil providing the highest amounts, according to Harvard Medical School’s website.Sandee LaMotte, CNN, 11 Dec. 2024
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In Pennsylvania, Mangione was initially charged with possession of an unlicensed firearm, forgery and providing false identification to police.Summer Lin, Los Angeles Times, 11 Dec. 2024
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Rosberg responded by securing pole position in Monaco after a controversial trip down the escape road in qualifying, converting that pole into a win and regaining the championship lead.Yara Elshebiny, Forbes, 8 Dec. 2024
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In addition, a few qualifying plug-in hybrid (PHEV) models are eligible for federal tax credits of $3,750-$7,500 that can also be used as an up-front discount for eligible buyers.Jim Gorzelany, Forbes, 4 Dec. 2024
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In 2022, after China’s national men’s team suffered a disappointing elimination in the preliminary stage of the FIFA World Cup in Qatar, the country’s anti-graft agency launched a far-reaching investigation into bribery and match-fixing in Chinese professional soccer.Nectar Gan, CNN, 13 Dec. 2024
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The proximate cause of the breakup was the granting of a preliminary injunction against the deal by U.S. Judge Adrienne Nelson of Oregon.Michael Hiltzik, Los Angeles Times, 13 Dec. 2024
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“Preparing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/preparing. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.
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