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as in readies
to make ready in advance
I think I have prepared myself well for this challenge we prepared the classroom for the important visitors by getting rid of some unsightly clutter
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as in equips
to make competent (as by training, skill, or ability) for a particular office or function
basic training is intended to prepare raw recruits for active duty in the military
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as in composes
to put (something) into proper and usually carefully worked out written form
the CEO asked his assistant to prepare a statement for the press
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as in plans
to work out the details of (something) in advance
preparing an escape route in case of a fire
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Recent Examples of prepares
This comes as the company reportedly slashes product prices and prepares for a potential IPO, amid accusations from Florida's AG regarding unsafe product releases.
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Staff, FOXNews.com, 19 June 2026
Michelle Yeung prepares matcha.
—Mike Winters, CNBC, 19 June 2026
As the United States prepares to celebrate its 250th birthday, another historic milestone is approaching.
—Tania Francois, CBS News, 19 June 2026
California state workers are likely to lose access to United Healthcare plans next year as CalPERS prepares to switch to Sutter Health Plan after the insurance behemoth tried to substantially increase 2027 premiums for public employees.
—William Melhado, Sacbee.com, 18 June 2026
As America prepares to celebrate its 250th Anniversary, there’s no better way to mark the occasion than by raising a glass of American wine.
—Katie Kelly Bell, Forbes.com, 18 June 2026
Americans are in a melancholy mood as the nation prepares to mark its 250th anniversary.
—Marc Ramirez, USA Today, 17 June 2026
However, this time, Ouahbi insists Morocco is no underdog, with the pressure to perform even greater as the nation prepares to co-host the 2030 tournament.
—Reuters, NBC news, 13 June 2026
As Chet prepares to fire a second — potentially fatal — shot, 10 Petal's head of security, Miguel (Berto Colón), intervenes.
—Samantha Stutsman, PEOPLE, 13 June 2026
Staff, FOXNews.com, 19 June 2026
Michelle Yeung prepares matcha.
—Mike Winters, CNBC, 19 June 2026
As the United States prepares to celebrate its 250th birthday, another historic milestone is approaching.
—Tania Francois, CBS News, 19 June 2026
California state workers are likely to lose access to United Healthcare plans next year as CalPERS prepares to switch to Sutter Health Plan after the insurance behemoth tried to substantially increase 2027 premiums for public employees.
—William Melhado, Sacbee.com, 18 June 2026
As America prepares to celebrate its 250th Anniversary, there’s no better way to mark the occasion than by raising a glass of American wine.
—Katie Kelly Bell, Forbes.com, 18 June 2026
Americans are in a melancholy mood as the nation prepares to mark its 250th anniversary.
—Marc Ramirez, USA Today, 17 June 2026
However, this time, Ouahbi insists Morocco is no underdog, with the pressure to perform even greater as the nation prepares to co-host the 2030 tournament.
—Reuters, NBC news, 13 June 2026
As Chet prepares to fire a second — potentially fatal — shot, 10 Petal's head of security, Miguel (Berto Colón), intervenes.
—Samantha Stutsman, PEOPLE, 13 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for prepares
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The Bath Butler readies a private outdoor soaking tub infused with botanicals, waiting for your arrival at your bungalow.—
Judith Garrison,
AJC.com,
9 June 2026
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The event will temporarily move to Laurel Park with a limited crowd as Pimlico readies for 2027.—
Baltimore Sun staff,
Baltimore Sun,
16 May 2026
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Skills enable individuals to meet today's expectations, while capability equips them to thrive amid tomorrow's uncertainties.—
Michael Edmondson,
Forbes.com,
11 June 2026
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The Emergency Medical Responder Course equips participants with foundational emergency medical knowledge and critical basic life-saving skills needed to respond at emergency scenes until advanced medical personnel arrive, the release said.—
Post-Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
8 June 2026
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Agent authority composes dynamically.—
Harsh Singhal,
Forbes.com,
12 June 2026
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Each night, the chef composes a refined tasting menu, featuring two appetizers, a choice of two entrées, and a dessert.—
Christina Perrier,
InStyle,
8 June 2026
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Kemp said the union was told that the carriage owner has suspended the driver indefinitely and plans to retire the horse involved in the accident.—
Thao Nguyen,
USA Today,
19 June 2026
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Opening dates for the new locations are still to be announced, but a representative for the brand told PEOPLE over email that the nine locations are included in 21 stores across 13 states that the chain plans to open over the next six months.—
Chiara Kim,
PEOPLE,
18 June 2026
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Under them, a chatbot must not be able to interact with someone under 18 unless it is programmed against encouraging self-destructive behavior and provides parents with tools to manage the child’s use.—
Marc Levy,
Los Angeles Times,
21 June 2026
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Palliative care, which provides medical and emotional support to patients at the end of their lives, is a relatively new concept, arising only in the 1960s.—
Sophie Neiman,
NPR,
20 June 2026
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Priced at around $325 a bottle in Mexico, this qualifies as an ultra-premium top-shelf expression, of course.—
Brad Japhe,
Forbes.com,
14 June 2026
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Often, clinical research trials will cover these tests for free if individual qualifies for the studies.—
Wendy Coschignano-Ford,
The Orlando Sentinel,
13 June 2026
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Sisak writes for the Associated Press.—
Michael R. Sisak,
Los Angeles Times,
19 June 2026
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The end result was Anthropic shut down its two most powerful models to everyone, writes Forbes senior contributor Jodie Cook.—
Megan Poinski,
Forbes.com,
18 June 2026
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And then someone arranges logistics and provides the weapon.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
12 June 2026
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Aria even has a musical director, who arranges performances and special events and compiles soundtracks for individual stays.—
Catherine Garcia,
TheWeek,
4 June 2026
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“Prepares.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/prepares. Accessed 22 Jun. 2026.
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