preparedness
noun
pre·pared·ness
pri-ˈper-əd-nəs 
also
-ˈperd-nəs
: the quality or state of being prepared
especially
: a state of adequate preparation in case of war
Examples of preparedness in a Sentence
The military is in a state of preparedness.
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The projects will help reduce planet-warming pollution, improve the state highway system, enhance access to safe walkways and bike paths, and expand natural disaster preparedness.
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Kristin J. Bender, The Mercury News, 14 July 2024
Personal preparedness can be daunting, particularly for the more than 3.5 million low-to-moderate-income households across the state.
—Bryan Koon, Orlando Sentinel, 12 July 2024
His work is focused on emerging infectious disease, pandemic preparedness and biosecurity.
—Michelle Marchante, Miami Herald, 11 July 2024
In September 1961, Thomas Millard, a chief petty officer at the Naval Submarine Base in Groton, lectured 40 residents on nuclear preparedness at the Cohanzie Fire Department.
—Daniel Drainville, Hartford Courant, 6 July 2024
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Kristin J. Bender, The Mercury News, 14 July 2024
Personal preparedness can be daunting, particularly for the more than 3.5 million low-to-moderate-income households across the state.
—Bryan Koon, Orlando Sentinel, 12 July 2024
His work is focused on emerging infectious disease, pandemic preparedness and biosecurity.
—Michelle Marchante, Miami Herald, 11 July 2024
In September 1961, Thomas Millard, a chief petty officer at the Naval Submarine Base in Groton, lectured 40 residents on nuclear preparedness at the Cohanzie Fire Department.
—Daniel Drainville, Hartford Courant, 6 July 2024
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preparedness
noun
pre·pared·ness
pri-ˈpar-əd-nəs
-ˈper-
-ˈper-
also -ˈpa(ə)rd-nəs,
or -ˈpe(ə)rd-
: the quality or state of being prepared
especially
: a state of readiness for war
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