as in preparation
the state of being ready to act when the need arises
With the storm fast approaching, local officials assured the public of the readiness of first responders.
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Recent Examples of readiness
Jayson De Los Santos, 47, and Romer De Los Santos, 47, have pleaded not guilty in El Cajon Superior Court to charges following the death of the baby, identified in court documents as Diana D. A readiness hearing slated for earlier this week has been rescheduled to September.
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Teri Figueroa, San Diego Union-Tribune, 23 July 2025
Like many nearby communities, Madison County has centered its messaging on resilience and readiness for visitors.
—Lila Hempel-Edgers
july 22, Charlotte Observer, 22 July 2025
True readiness to move on can be as subtle as not comparing yourself to the mystery person on their latest Instagram soft launch, or competing with them by rushing into a new romance.
—Jenna Ryu, SELF, 22 July 2025
Here’s how organizations can rethink leadership readiness by drawing inspiration from the way rock bands test and elevate their talent.
—Rhett Power, Rolling Stone, 15 July 2025
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Teri Figueroa, San Diego Union-Tribune, 23 July 2025
Like many nearby communities, Madison County has centered its messaging on resilience and readiness for visitors.
—Lila Hempel-Edgers
july 22, Charlotte Observer, 22 July 2025
True readiness to move on can be as subtle as not comparing yourself to the mystery person on their latest Instagram soft launch, or competing with them by rushing into a new romance.
—Jenna Ryu, SELF, 22 July 2025
Here’s how organizations can rethink leadership readiness by drawing inspiration from the way rock bands test and elevate their talent.
—Rhett Power, Rolling Stone, 15 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for readiness
Noun
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Its tools are designed for long-term access, manipulation of edge infrastructure, and preparation for future sabotage.—
Emil Sayegh,
Forbes.com,
21 July 2025
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In this model, the values that animate higher education are job preparation, skill building, and networking, not intellectual engagement or humanistic fulfillment.—
Tyler Austin Harper,
The Atlantic,
21 July 2025
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Even as questions have swirled around emergency preparedness, survivors and families of the missing have extended their thanks to the people on the front lines.—
Sam Gillette,
People.com,
15 July 2025
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In anticipation of a lapse of coverage, Hutchings-Goetz said people are considering stockpiling medications and other emergency preparedness strategies.—
Alexandra Kukulka,
Chicago Tribune,
12 July 2025
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But… Mind the Volatility The primary risk associated with Monarch stock is its heightened sensitivity to market downturns.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
18 July 2025
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The Justice Department has cited the need to protect the identities of victims and witnesses, along with the sensitivity of grand jury materials, as reasons for withholding additional evidence.—
Gabe Whisnant,
MSNBC Newsweek,
18 July 2025
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“Readiness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/readiness. Accessed 31 Jul. 2025.
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