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as in readying
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 equipping
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 composing
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 planning
to work out the details of (something) in advance
preparing an escape route in case of a fire
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as in introducing
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Recent Examples of preparing
Helen Regan, CNN Money, 9 Oct. 2025
From vegetables and berries to whole grains and lean proteins, the freezer aisle is full of healthy foods that can make preparing quick, balanced meals a breeze.
—Jillian Kubala, Health, 8 Oct. 2025
Once the height reduction is complete, Costain will perform additional civil and remedial works to ensure the remaining buildings are in a safe and stable condition, preparing the site for the subsequent phases of its long-term decommissioning and clean-up schedule.
—Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 8 Oct. 2025
With the number of exoplanets having recently passed the 6,000 mark, astronomers are busy preparing for many thousands more in the coming years, with underutilized planet-finding techniques about to come to the fore to add the deluge from transit surveys.
—Keith Cooper, Space.com, 8 Oct. 2025
Mulch and watering are key to preparing veggie plants for frost.
—Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Oct. 2025
As if Pierpaolo has been preparing to take the creative reins at Balenciaga his whole life.
—Joelle Diderich, Footwear News, 8 Oct. 2025
Having been preparing for a youth-team game that weekend, his plans changed dramatically.
—Nnamdi Onyeagwara, New York Times, 8 Oct. 2025
At the forefront are the leaders, which consist of brands already aligning with regulations like CSRD and CSDDD, and preparing for European Union’s introduction of digital product passports.
—Glenn Taylor, Sourcing Journal, 8 Oct. 2025
Adjective
But there have been signs that Kim has spent months preparing for a major parade in the capital Pyongyang, potentially at night and involving tens of thousands of people, according to the South Korean military.
—Helen Regan, CNN Money, 9 Oct. 2025
From vegetables and berries to whole grains and lean proteins, the freezer aisle is full of healthy foods that can make preparing quick, balanced meals a breeze.
—Jillian Kubala, Health, 8 Oct. 2025
Once the height reduction is complete, Costain will perform additional civil and remedial works to ensure the remaining buildings are in a safe and stable condition, preparing the site for the subsequent phases of its long-term decommissioning and clean-up schedule.
—Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 8 Oct. 2025
With the number of exoplanets having recently passed the 6,000 mark, astronomers are busy preparing for many thousands more in the coming years, with underutilized planet-finding techniques about to come to the fore to add the deluge from transit surveys.
—Keith Cooper, Space.com, 8 Oct. 2025
Mulch and watering are key to preparing veggie plants for frost.
—Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Oct. 2025
As if Pierpaolo has been preparing to take the creative reins at Balenciaga his whole life.
—Joelle Diderich, Footwear News, 8 Oct. 2025
Having been preparing for a youth-team game that weekend, his plans changed dramatically.
—Nnamdi Onyeagwara, New York Times, 8 Oct. 2025
At the forefront are the leaders, which consist of brands already aligning with regulations like CSRD and CSDDD, and preparing for European Union’s introduction of digital product passports.
—Glenn Taylor, Sourcing Journal, 8 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for preparing
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Rabat has prioritized readying the country to host matches for the 2030 Men’s soccer World Cup at the expense of greater investment in social services, demonstrators say.—
Reed Albergotti,
semafor.com,
3 Oct. 2025
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In addition to motorsports, the company is readying to debut and launch the new GV90 SUV.—
Eileen Falkenberg-Hull,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 Sep. 2025
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For Hughes, the university’s mission should be about equipping students to think critically rather than insulating them from professors’ political beliefs.—
Julia Bonavita , Sarah Rumpf-Whitten,
FOXNews.com,
3 Oct. 2025
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This collaboration will be showcased at the upcoming Building Wealth Today for Tomorrow (BWTT) Financial Empowerment Summit, now in its fifth year, where ESSENCE joins as a strategic partner to amplify the mission of equipping individuals and families with the tools to build generational wealth.—
Essence,
Essence,
29 Sep. 2025
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For Ares, Nine Inch Nails will be composing the soundtrack, bringing their iconic industrial rock sound to the Grid.—
Keith Langston,
PEOPLE,
27 Sep. 2025
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The difference is that composing while in motion may be a particularly useful way to address a crisis in creativity.—
Karen Palmer
September 19,
Literary Hub,
19 Sep. 2025
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Fast food chain Cookout is planning to open at least 19 new restaurants.—
Diana Leyva,
Nashville Tennessean,
3 Oct. 2025
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Anyone planning to bring an exotic animal into Kentucky is required to have transportation permit.—
Lillian Metzmeier,
Louisville Courier Journal,
3 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Its speakers also improved, providing clearer vocals and deeper bass than before.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
7 Oct. 2025
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The digital reproduction of the color and contrast in the IMAX 70mm and VistaVision prints was extremely impressive, providing a pretty acceptable facsimile of VistaVision’s grain while being a little less soft than the IMAX 70mm presentation.—
Jim Hemphill,
IndieWire,
7 Oct. 2025
Verb
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These include new work requirements that are a cornerstone of Republican demands, under which certain adults would have to work or engage in qualifying activities to maintain Medicaid benefits.—
Simon F. Haeder,
The Conversation,
3 Oct. 2025
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Their chances of directly qualifying for the round of 16 took a hit, dropping from 40 per cent to 29 per cent.—
Anantaajith Raghuraman,
New York Times,
2 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Although drafting Tetairoa McMillan finally gives Young a great receiver threat, the unit overall can only be described as lackluster.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
4 Oct. 2025
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Educators also used the AI chatbot to complete administrative tasks, including budget plans, drafting letters of recommendation and creating meeting agendas.—
Lee V. Gaines,
NPR,
2 Oct. 2025
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The museum’s executive director Steve Gilreath visited over 30 museums in the process of curating and designing the space.—
Jessica Nicholson,
Billboard,
3 Oct. 2025
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The majority — or 57% of the conversations analyzed — related to curriculum development, like designing lesson plans and assignments.—
Lee V. Gaines,
NPR,
2 Oct. 2025
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“Preparing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/preparing. Accessed 9 Oct. 2025.
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