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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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Recent Examples of preparing
Arkansas Online, 17 Mar. 2026
These additions suggest the show is preparing to go deeper into the Baroque Works organization, which drove much of Season 2’s plot.
—Hanna Wickes, Charlotte Observer, 17 Mar. 2026
The wins come as the media conglomerate is preparing to merge with Paramount Skydance, owned by David Ellison.
—Kayla Hayempour, NBC news, 16 Mar. 2026
Some Israeli troops have pushed into southern Lebanon, and there are fears Israel is preparing a large-scale invasion.
—Bassem Mroue, Chicago Tribune, 16 Mar. 2026
Place pan in freezer 20 minutes while preparing caramel layer.
—Jessica Saari Christensen, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 Mar. 2026
In fact, preparing the meal can be just as enjoyable as eating it.
—Michelle Beadle Holder, SELF, 16 Mar. 2026
After a flight failure in March 2025, the German firm, Isar Aerospace, is preparing for its second Spectrum launch, currently scheduled for no earlier than March 19, 2026, from Andøya, Norway.
—Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 9 Mar. 2026
Copilot Cowork is designed to handle long-running, multistep tasks—such as preparing for a customer meeting by assembling a presentation, pulling together financials, emailing the team, and scheduling prep time—all from a single request.
—Jeremy Kahn, Fortune, 9 Mar. 2026
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Some Israeli troops have pushed into southern Lebanon, and there are fears Israel is preparing a large-scale invasion.
—Arkansas Online, 17 Mar. 2026
These additions suggest the show is preparing to go deeper into the Baroque Works organization, which drove much of Season 2’s plot.
—Hanna Wickes, Charlotte Observer, 17 Mar. 2026
The wins come as the media conglomerate is preparing to merge with Paramount Skydance, owned by David Ellison.
—Kayla Hayempour, NBC news, 16 Mar. 2026
Some Israeli troops have pushed into southern Lebanon, and there are fears Israel is preparing a large-scale invasion.
—Bassem Mroue, Chicago Tribune, 16 Mar. 2026
Place pan in freezer 20 minutes while preparing caramel layer.
—Jessica Saari Christensen, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 Mar. 2026
In fact, preparing the meal can be just as enjoyable as eating it.
—Michelle Beadle Holder, SELF, 16 Mar. 2026
After a flight failure in March 2025, the German firm, Isar Aerospace, is preparing for its second Spectrum launch, currently scheduled for no earlier than March 19, 2026, from Andøya, Norway.
—Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 9 Mar. 2026
Copilot Cowork is designed to handle long-running, multistep tasks—such as preparing for a customer meeting by assembling a presentation, pulling together financials, emailing the team, and scheduling prep time—all from a single request.
—Jeremy Kahn, Fortune, 9 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for preparing
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Scott Evans was readying for the NAACP Image Awards on a summerlike Thursday morning in Southern California.—
Jay Stahl,
USA Today,
14 Mar. 2026
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Mohammed al-Basha, a Middle East politics-and-security expert, told me that the Houthis have been readying themselves for action.—
Sudarsan Raghavan,
New Yorker,
12 Mar. 2026
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Hospitality Partnerships Are Key Since 2013, Tréca Paris has been supporting the Airelles hotel group in equipping its prestigious establishments.—
Sofia Celeste,
Footwear News,
12 Mar. 2026
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Iran now appears to be equipping more of its ballistic missiles with a cargo warhead, which can carry cluster submunitions, than in previous conflicts with Israel.—
Jeremy Diamond,
CNN Money,
12 Mar. 2026
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The filmmaker shows a strong handle over the film’s fanciful tone and fitfully filthy sense of humor, and he’s credited with composing the film’s score full of squawking brass instruments and skittish strings in addition to writing, directing and editing.—
Stephen Saito,
Variety,
16 Mar. 2026
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After all, orchestrating pre-arranged scores is far easier than composing original music from scratch.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
13 Mar. 2026
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Cameron is planning to make a presentation to the Aurora City Council with more details about the city’s plans in early April, once more details are ironed out.—
R. Christian Smith,
Chicago Tribune,
17 Mar. 2026
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The feud began in August as Democratic members of the state Assembly were planning resolutions honoring Hispanic heritage and Hispanic veterans in observance of Hispanic Heritage Month in September, according to the criminal complaint.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
17 Mar. 2026
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Before the performance, students participate in several preparatory rehearsals.—
Noah Lyons,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
9 Mar. 2026
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This is common practice in modern warfare and an essential preparatory step before kinetic actions.—
Christopher McFadden,
Interesting Engineering,
8 Mar. 2026
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His extensive writing crossed the boundaries of academic and philosophical disciplines, providing a vision of modern society and social interaction.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
16 Mar. 2026
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For example, individual filers can receive up to $994, couples filing jointly can receive $1,491, and those providing essential care to SSI recipients can receive up to $498.—
Asher Notheis,
The Washington Examiner,
16 Mar. 2026
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Standard Same-Day Delivery for Prime members remains free on qualifying orders, the company said.—
Kelly McCarthy,
ABC News,
17 Mar. 2026
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The state’s Economic Development for a Growing Economy program offers annual corporate tax credits to qualifying businesses that create jobs, investment and training programs in Illinois.—
Robert Channick,
Chicago Tribune,
17 Mar. 2026
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Sylvia Ortiz-Velez, a Democratic state representative of Milwaukee, was ordered to pay a $300 fine and submit a DNA sample after pleading guilty to disorderly conduct in connection with a feud over her participation in drafting resolutions honoring Hispanics.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
14 Mar. 2026
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Texas Tech edge Romello Height Hey, nothing says no redshirts like drafting back-to-back 25-year-olds, right?—
Joseph Hoyt,
Dallas Morning News,
13 Mar. 2026
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“Preparing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/preparing. Accessed 21 Mar. 2026.
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