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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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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
Carrie Madormo, Health, 25 May 2025
However, Simone is not ready or willing to give up her life to care for her estranged father, Bruce (Bill Camp).
—Francesca Gariano, People.com, 24 May 2025
Chris Gardner, HollywoodReporter, 3 Apr. 2025
Although Wyandotte County has yet to see a reported measles outbreak, public health officials are readying public guidance and offering vaccine services as the disease inches north from southwest Kansas.
—Sofi Zeman, Kansas City Star, 13 May 2025
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Adjective
Plan to wear a comfortable outfit and be ready to undress from the waist up.
—Carrie Madormo, Health, 25 May 2025
However, Simone is not ready or willing to give up her life to care for her estranged father, Bruce (Bill Camp).
—Francesca Gariano, People.com, 24 May 2025
Verb
Paramount Pictures is readying to put Edgar Wright’s The Running Man in the starting block with seven months to go before a Nov. 7 debut in theaters.
—Chris Gardner, HollywoodReporter, 3 Apr. 2025
Although Wyandotte County has yet to see a reported measles outbreak, public health officials are readying public guidance and offering vaccine services as the disease inches north from southwest Kansas.
—Sofi Zeman, Kansas City Star, 13 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for ready
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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
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Too bad, but anyway plot and plausibility are far less important than the experiential qualities Resurrection offers those willing to accept its fairy tale-like pitch.—
Jordan Mintzer,
HollywoodReporter,
23 May 2025
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For now the Bears seem willing to let the noise continue into June.—
Dan Wiederer,
Chicago Tribune,
23 May 2025
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Shooting victim Sarah Milgrim remembered as 'a light' who fought antisemitism Israeli Embassy shooting: See the scene Real quick All American Rejects singer explains what's up with viral pop-up shows.—
Rebecca Morin,
USA Today,
23 May 2025
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This streamlines workflows, automates tasks and leads to quicker decisions.—
Stephen Litjens,
Forbes.com,
22 May 2025
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The issues of revenue and reform are never easy, but the public’s opposition to new taxes for a vital service with wide support should not be surprising.—
Jack Lavin,
Chicago Tribune,
20 May 2025
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With summer approaching, the Milky Way becomes easier to see, but spotting it won't be as simple as looking up at the sky.—
Valerie Mesa,
People.com,
20 May 2025
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Some observers insist Moscow could be prepared to launch more limited assaults on NATO soil as little as six months after the end of the war in Ukraine.—
Ellie Cook,
MSNBC Newsweek,
29 May 2025
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The best way to protect against unhealthy messages about masculinity is for parents to be prepared with a counter narrative for their family.—
Ashleigh N. DeLuca,
Parents,
29 May 2025
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Lawmakers should strengthen existing incentives for states and cities to adopt resilience measures—fortifying homes against wind, hail, flooding, and wildfires—to lower costs for both property owners and insurance companies when disasters strike.—
Nicholas Creel,
MSNBC Newsweek,
27 May 2025
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Other studies show that tea decreased iron absorption from wheat bread fortified with ferrous sulfate or ferrous fumarate by 56 to 72%.1 Individual variation: Still, additional research is necessary to establish the best time to drink tea without affecting iron absorption.—
Melissa Nieves,
Verywell Health,
21 May 2025
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This limits flexibility but offers a clear path for those prepared to follow the guidelines. Option 2: Bring In Or Buy Out A Partner Buying out a partner?—
Matthew Meehan,
Forbes.com,
30 May 2025
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In April, Tim Welsh, El Pollo Loco’s chief development officer, provided a prepared statement about the Meridian store.—
Michael Deeds,
Idaho Statesman,
30 May 2025
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Investors appeared glad that Musk would be pivoting away from his involvement in politics to refocus on his companies, pushing up shares of the electric vehicle company nearly 7% Tuesday.—
Yeo Boon Ping,
CNBC,
28 May 2025
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Many billionaires appear glad to part with lots of their money for a shot at living forever.—
Dobromir Rahnev,
The Conversation,
23 May 2025
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“Ready.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ready. Accessed 2 Jun. 2025.
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