as in drugs
a substance made ready for use as a medicine
To avoid side effects, the preparation should be taken with food.
Related Words
Relevance
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of preparations
Still, critics say the controversy risks distracting from preparations for the Games and eroding public confidence in the organizing committee.
—
Teresa Liu, Daily News, 18 Feb. 2026
And preparations for Ramadan are not exclusive to Muslims.
—Yahya Salem, CNN Money, 17 Feb. 2026
Ginger is available in multiple forms, including fresh preparations, teas, culinary spices, and dietary supplements, and can be used to manage pain and discomfort associated with various inflammatory conditions.
—Lana Barhum, Verywell Health, 16 Feb. 2026
In 2024, Xi directed the Chinese military to complete preparations for a Taiwan operation by 2027.
—Eryk Michael Smith, FOXNews.com, 16 Feb. 2026
Of the other options, Bone Fire takes grilling to another level with unique preparations of excellent cuts of meat and fresh fish, while Marea, which serves lunch and dinner, explores the vibrant flavors of the Caribbean.
—José Cantillo Ferrer, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 Feb. 2026
In 2015, concerns surrounding Japan’s Rugby World Cup preparations—including the scrapping and redesign of Tokyo’s flagship national stadium due to cost overruns—prompted public discussion about venue readiness and delivery risk.
—Michael Fealey, Sportico.com, 14 Feb. 2026
Penske, chairman of the Penske Corporation, which owns IndyCar, spoke with the Star-Telegram about preparations for the inaugural Java House Grand Prix of Arlington on March 15, including working with the Dallas Cowboys and Texas Rangers to stage the event.
—Lawrence Dow, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 10 Feb. 2026
The Chicago Board of Elections was making its final preparations for early voting on Tuesday morning, including testing machines.
—Lauren Victory, CBS News, 10 Feb. 2026
Teresa Liu, Daily News, 18 Feb. 2026
And preparations for Ramadan are not exclusive to Muslims.
—Yahya Salem, CNN Money, 17 Feb. 2026
Ginger is available in multiple forms, including fresh preparations, teas, culinary spices, and dietary supplements, and can be used to manage pain and discomfort associated with various inflammatory conditions.
—Lana Barhum, Verywell Health, 16 Feb. 2026
In 2024, Xi directed the Chinese military to complete preparations for a Taiwan operation by 2027.
—Eryk Michael Smith, FOXNews.com, 16 Feb. 2026
Of the other options, Bone Fire takes grilling to another level with unique preparations of excellent cuts of meat and fresh fish, while Marea, which serves lunch and dinner, explores the vibrant flavors of the Caribbean.
—José Cantillo Ferrer, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 Feb. 2026
In 2015, concerns surrounding Japan’s Rugby World Cup preparations—including the scrapping and redesign of Tokyo’s flagship national stadium due to cost overruns—prompted public discussion about venue readiness and delivery risk.
—Michael Fealey, Sportico.com, 14 Feb. 2026
Penske, chairman of the Penske Corporation, which owns IndyCar, spoke with the Star-Telegram about preparations for the inaugural Java House Grand Prix of Arlington on March 15, including working with the Dallas Cowboys and Texas Rangers to stage the event.
—Lawrence Dow, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 10 Feb. 2026
The Chicago Board of Elections was making its final preparations for early voting on Tuesday morning, including testing machines.
—Lauren Victory, CBS News, 10 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for preparations
Noun
-
How would changing the FDA’s rules to make more drugs available OTC affect accessibility?—
Lauren J. Young,
Scientific American,
20 Feb. 2026
-
The minister also said work was already underway with other southern African countries to manufacture drugs locally and pool resources across borders.—
Alexis Akwagyiram,
semafor.com,
20 Feb. 2026
Noun
-
Others remain apprehensive about the ongoing therapies and medications that will continue to change their quality of life, coupled with the anxiety of the cancer returning.—
Alexa Mikhail,
Flow Space,
18 Feb. 2026
-
These include thrombolytic medications that dissolve clots, procedures to remove or break up clots or, rarely, surgery.—
Katia Hetter,
CNN Money,
18 Feb. 2026
Noun
-
The vaccines are administered in two doses and are highly effective, with two doses being 97% effective while one dose is 93% effective.—
Matthew Rodriguez,
CBS News,
31 Jan. 2026
-
Novo Nordisk charges $499 a month for all doses of Wegovy, while Eli Lilly offers its lowest dose for $349 and the others at $499.—
Rachel Raposas,
PEOPLE,
7 Nov. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Preparations.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/preparations. Accessed 24 Feb. 2026.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
