as in preparing
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as in preparation
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as in equipping
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 prepping
to make ready in advance
we can ready the desserts for the party a day in advance
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as in bracing
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 readying
Jackie Strause, The Hollywood Reporter, 22 Dec. 2024
The regulator has also issued a stark warning for businesses that might be readying themselves for the gloves to come off in February when the changes kick in.
—Zak Doffman, Forbes, 21 Dec. 2024
The Pentagon has said that Pyongyang's troops have been readying for combat.
—Benedict Cosgrove, Newsweek, 19 Dec. 2024
Mercedes is readying the new Marco Polo Horizon for order, and pricing in Germany will start just under €58,940 (approx.
—New Atlas, 9 Dec. 2024
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
The winter storm will likely hit as some people are readying to head home after Thanksgiving.
—Dan Perry, Newsweek, 26 Nov. 2024
As travelers are readying their 2025 travel goals, Delta may be preparing to give passengers more choices.
—Michael Cappetta, Travel + Leisure, 22 Nov. 2024
Payne released one studio album before his passing, 2019’s LP1, and was said to be readying a second prior to his passing.
—Thomas Smith, Billboard, 20 Nov. 2024
Verb
Landman is the second Sheridan series for Randolph, who is readying to release season two of Yellowstone prequel 1923.
—Jackie Strause, The Hollywood Reporter, 22 Dec. 2024
The regulator has also issued a stark warning for businesses that might be readying themselves for the gloves to come off in February when the changes kick in.
—Zak Doffman, Forbes, 21 Dec. 2024
The Pentagon has said that Pyongyang's troops have been readying for combat.
—Benedict Cosgrove, Newsweek, 19 Dec. 2024
Mercedes is readying the new Marco Polo Horizon for order, and pricing in Germany will start just under €58,940 (approx.
—New Atlas, 9 Dec. 2024
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
The winter storm will likely hit as some people are readying to head home after Thanksgiving.
—Dan Perry, Newsweek, 26 Nov. 2024
As travelers are readying their 2025 travel goals, Delta may be preparing to give passengers more choices.
—Michael Cappetta, Travel + Leisure, 22 Nov. 2024
Payne released one studio album before his passing, 2019’s LP1, and was said to be readying a second prior to his passing.
—Thomas Smith, Billboard, 20 Nov. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for readying
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Rome has had two years of intense preparations for the Holy Year that involved major public works projects and artistic renovations that have coincided with separate initiatives paid for by the European Union’s COVID-19 recovery funds.Nicole Winfield, Los Angeles Times, 23 Dec. 2024
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Lofty, but serves a potentially useful purpose as preparation for a world in which sentient AI comes into being.Lance Eliot, Forbes, 21 Dec. 2024
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The team will gather student input and feedback and promote student engagement by assisting with the planning and preparing of events.Alec Johnson, Journal Sentinel, 24 Dec. 2024
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With catering, families can avoid the expense of purchasing and preparing large quantities of food, which can often go to waste.Ronny Maye, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
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In Alaska, some areas are bracing for eight inches of snow, plus strong winds of up to 45 mph, prompting the National Weather Service (NWS) to caution drivers to go slow and keep safe.Hannah Parry, Newsweek, 23 Dec. 2024
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What Happens Next Authorities are bracing for even higher numbers as political instability in the region drives more people to attempt the perilous journey across the sea.Gord Magill, Newsweek, 21 Dec. 2024
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Some of the defendants are accused of participating in a hate campaign that contributed to the climate of animosity around Paty's teaching, while others allegedly aided Anzorov in preparing for the attack.Benedict Cosgrove, Newsweek, 20 Dec. 2024
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Even as Shams makes some naive and dangerous mistakes while trying to land a job, the Sufi teachings of Toufik and his father add positive lessons of love and compassion that help Shams become more grounded and confident.Alissa Simon, Variety, 18 Dec. 2024
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Advertisement The latest accident prompted anger at the government for not equipping the convoy with flotation devices.Jean-Yves Kamale and Wilson McMakin, Los Angeles Times, 21 Dec. 2024
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Schools, organizations and governments must focus on expanding understanding of AI beyond tech professionals, equipping the public with the knowledge needed to engage thoughtfully with AI systems.Sarim Nadeem, Forbes, 20 Dec. 2024
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My work with spies and years of research reporting on the intelligence world has shown that spycraft relies on the careful cultivation of relationships more than high-speed car chases or dramatic gunfights.Jeremy Hurewitz, TIME, 21 Dec. 2024
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The South Carolina and the Department of Public Health and Board of Pharmacy would be tasked with developing rules for the cultivation and distribution of medical cannabis and for licensing and regulating medical cannabis businesses.A.J. Herrington, Forbes, 16 Dec. 2024
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While standards can vary from one financing source to another, the higher the FICO score, the better chance there is of qualifying for a promotional interest rate.Jim Gorzelany, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
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If approved, qualifying patients will receive their identification card within five days of the approval.Marina Johnson, The Courier-Journal, 20 Dec. 2024
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Flatt had the team staying in dorms without air conditioning.Paul Skrbina, The Tennessean, 20 Dec. 2024
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Having progressed from bottle washing and being a general dogsbody to a youth strength and conditioning coach, Bunce served as Southampton’s head of athletic development between 2011 and 2014, working closely with youngsters such as Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain and Luke Shaw.Chris Waugh, The Athletic, 17 Dec. 2024
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“Readying.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/readying. Accessed 4 Jan. 2025.
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