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as in go
being in a state of fitness for some experience or action
after studying for months, she felt ready for the bar exam
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2
as in willing
having a desire or inclination (as for a specified course of action)
I'm ready to help, if I can
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as in quick
having or showing the ability to respond without delay or hesitation
had a ready response to every one of her objections regarding the feasibility of the plan
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as in easy
involving minimal difficulty or effort
we're hoping you have a ready solution to our networking problem
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as in to prepare
to make competent (as by training, skill, or ability) for a particular office or function
this advanced course should ready him for college
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as in to arrange
to make ready in advance
we can ready the desserts for the party a day in advance
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as in to fortify
to prepare (oneself) mentally or emotionally
the basketball players sat quietly in the locker room, readying themselves for the final game of the season
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Recent Examples of ready
Rachel Hale, USA Today, 26 Mar. 2025
Four months later, the factory was ready to churn out Shahed one-way attack drones, one of Russia’s main munitions for bombarding Ukrainian cities.
—David Axe, Forbes, 26 Mar. 2025
Holly Ellyatt, CNBC, 4 Mar. 2025
Then, French Canadians would loyally hurry south to gather at John Sutter’s property, to ready an occupying force.
—Patt Morrison, Los Angeles Times, 1 Mar. 2025
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Adjective
For those who aren’t ready to make that jump, Jordan says disconnecting tech from childrens’ bedrooms is a good place to start.
—Rachel Hale, USA Today, 26 Mar. 2025
Four months later, the factory was ready to churn out Shahed one-way attack drones, one of Russia’s main munitions for bombarding Ukrainian cities.
—David Axe, Forbes, 26 Mar. 2025
Verb
The bloc appears to be readying itself to fill any defense spending gap by the U.S. with European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen on Tuesday announcing plans to increase defense spending that could potentially mobilize as much as 800 billion euros.
—Holly Ellyatt, CNBC, 4 Mar. 2025
Then, French Canadians would loyally hurry south to gather at John Sutter’s property, to ready an occupying force.
—Patt Morrison, Los Angeles Times, 1 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for ready
Adjective
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If the Cowboys opt for the poison preferred recently by Carolina, Evans — Tampa Bay’s career receiving yardage leader — could conduct a go-route clinic.—
Joey Knight,
Dallas News,
14 Jan. 2023
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This is my new go-spring treat for sunny afternoons and porch-chair traveling.—
Kim Sunée,
Anchorage Daily News,
22 Apr. 2021
Adjective
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Growing up in a digital-first world, many younger people appear to be desensitized to data collection and are more willing to share personal information online.—
Kurt Knutsson, CyberGuy Report,
Fox News,
23 Mar. 2025
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At the time, Nordstrom was the only retailer willing to partner with the brand.—
Virgie Tovar,
Forbes,
23 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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The Swedish forward was given a quick audition during the Sens’ blowout loss to the Avalanche earlier this week.—
Julian McKenzie,
The Athletic,
23 Mar. 2025
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One experienced executive who has been quick to see the potential in AI is Andrew Rashbass, former chief executive of The Economist Group, Reuters and Euromoney Institutional Investor.—
Roger Trapp,
Forbes,
22 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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What makes something so complicated is when there’s no one to blame — that would be so easy.—
Jason Lipshutz,
Billboard,
21 Mar. 2025
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These groups are color-coded by difficulty level: yellow (easiest), green, blue, and purple (hardest).—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
Newsweek,
21 Mar. 2025
Verb
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But for now, the teams that have made it in will be focused on preparing their campaigns for the Esports World Cup, making the most of the opportunity in front of them.—
Mike Stubbs,
Forbes.com,
30 Mar. 2025
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Unexpected flavors swirl together, from whiskey naan; samosa with jackfruit; baked lamb nachos; cheese and prune kofta; and Queens Duck, a whole roast duck that takes 45 minutes to prepare, and is carved tableside and served with a rumani pancake and tamarind hoisin.—
Cynthia J Drake,
Southern Living,
30 Mar. 2025
Verb
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Though the Steelers have made a concerted effort to fortify the trenches, this move that’s felt inevitable for some time.—
Mike DeFabo,
New York Times,
26 Mar. 2025
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The slightly curved wand coats each lash in nourishing ingredients—biotin helps to fortify lashes to protect against breakage, while antioxidant-rich ingredients like peptides, vitamin E, and panthenol help to condition and hydrate.—
Conçetta Ciarlo,
Vogue,
26 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Be prepared for severe weather AccuWeather predicts severe weather conditions will increase into April and May as temperatures warm.—
Janet Loehrke,
USA TODAY,
19 Mar. 2025
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All that experience has Meyer feeling prepared to add to what’s already been a memorable junior year.—
Steve Millar,
Chicago Tribune,
18 Mar. 2025
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Many Americans were glad when the burn-the-place to the ground tea partiers entered Congress and simply refused to compromise.—
Ron Estes,
MSNBC Newsweek,
28 Mar. 2025
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After the Blues finish off a 6-1 win, Donovan and Burleson are glad to have a chance to enjoy themselves before turning their attention back to the Cardinals and Opening Day.—
Jeremy Rutherford,
New York Times,
27 Mar. 2025
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“Ready.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ready. Accessed 2 Apr. 2025.
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