1
as in readiness
the state of being ready to act when the need arises
Preparation can make the difference between life and death in a natural disaster.
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2
as in training
the act or process of making ready for something
Much of the coursework this semester has been spent on preparation for the statewide exams.
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3
as in drug
a substance made ready for use as a medicine
To avoid side effects, the preparation should be taken with food.
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Recent Examples of preparation
The couple is transforming the former tax preparation office into a moody, stylish space.
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Jenna Thompson, Kansas City Star, 25 Apr. 2025
The holiday is tied to preparation for natural disasters over the year, including hurricanes, tornadoes or wildfires.
—Brayden Garcia, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 23 Apr. 2025
Amid preparations to open a Williamsburg outpost of Fish Cheeks on May 6, Saesue shared with Vogue her Songkran celebrations this year.
—Lisa Wong MacAbasco, Vogue, 15 Apr. 2025
Though kids are still in the last months of the school year, the time to start making preparations for summer learning is now!
—Yvette Thompson-Echevarria, Miami Herald, 14 Apr. 2025
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Jenna Thompson, Kansas City Star, 25 Apr. 2025
The holiday is tied to preparation for natural disasters over the year, including hurricanes, tornadoes or wildfires.
—Brayden Garcia, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 23 Apr. 2025
Amid preparations to open a Williamsburg outpost of Fish Cheeks on May 6, Saesue shared with Vogue her Songkran celebrations this year.
—Lisa Wong MacAbasco, Vogue, 15 Apr. 2025
Though kids are still in the last months of the school year, the time to start making preparations for summer learning is now!
—Yvette Thompson-Echevarria, Miami Herald, 14 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for preparation
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This article is intended to help business leaders evaluate these evolving payment technologies through the lens of customer experience, operational efficiency and digital readiness, not as investment advice.—
Ali Faizan Rizvi,
Forbes.com,
23 Apr. 2025
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The United States nuclear forces validated the readiness and capability of bombers and intercontinental ballistic missiles by conducting an exercise and a test earlier this month.—
Ryan Chan,
MSNBC Newsweek,
22 Apr. 2025
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If your manager has never gone through leadership training or development, that lack of preparation will show.—
Sho Dewan,
Forbes.com,
26 Apr. 2025
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Many professionals will need a combination of work experience and additional education or training beyond their college degree to secure good professional jobs.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
26 Apr. 2025
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Bryce Hodgson's comedic S1 turn as Major's roommate in the mental institution, Scott E., was so memorable that the writers brought the actor back to play twin brother Don E., part of Blaine's drug (and brain) dealing enterprise.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
27 Apr. 2025
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These are powerful drugs — antipsychotics, sedatives, sleep aids — each carrying their own risks.—
Dr. Sabooh Mubbashar,
Hartford Courant,
27 Apr. 2025
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Even Julian Hector, former head of the BBC Studios Natural History Unit, called it the most influential Attenborough program in terms of conservation awareness.—
Boutayna Chokrane,
Wired News,
22 Apr. 2025
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Healing Appalachia, a music festival that raises awareness for and celebrates recovery from opioid addiction, is moving from West Virginia to eastern Kentucky this September with the fest’s co-founder Tyler Childers headlining alongside Chris Stapleton.—
Brittany Spanos,
Rolling Stone,
21 Apr. 2025
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Balmer's mother said her son was mentally ill and had not been taking his medication.—
Caitlin Yilek,
CBS News,
17 Apr. 2025
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Schroeder was relying on anxiety and anti-depression medications to get through the day.—
Briah Lumpkins,
Charlotte Observer,
17 Apr. 2025
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Right now, very few cannabis brands have penetrated the public consciousness outside of industry circles.—
Peter Su,
Rolling Stone,
25 Apr. 2025
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For those who are allergic to peanuts, even a miniscule amount might trigger a severe reaction called anaphylaxis, which causes difficulty breathing, swelling of the throat or tongue, a sudden drop in blood pressure, and loss of consciousness.—
Tom Gavin,
EverydayHealth.com,
24 Apr. 2025
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Many nonprofits work in these spaces, providing legal support or doing advocacy and education work.—
Annie Nova,
CNBC,
26 Apr. 2025
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Fort Worth Star-Telegram Silas Allen is an education reporter focusing on challenges and possible solutions in Fort Worth’s school system.—
Silas Allen,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
25 Apr. 2025
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However, before trying a turmeric coffee, know there is a potential for some mild side effects, especially if turmeric is used in higher doses.—
Cristina Mutchler,
Verywell Health,
28 Apr. 2025
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Participants each ingested a brownie containing various doses of Delta-8 or Delta-9, or a placebo, with researchers recording cannabinoid concentration in blood, subjective drug effects, cognitive and psychomotor performance, and vital signs.—
Matt Hubbard,
Baltimore Sun,
27 Apr. 2025
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“Preparation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/preparation. Accessed 1 May. 2025.
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