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as in prepares
to make competent (as by training, skill, or ability) for a particular office or function
this advanced course should ready him for college
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as in arranges
to make ready in advance
we can ready the desserts for the party a day in advance
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as in fortifies
to prepare (oneself) mentally or emotionally
the basketball players sat quietly in the locker room, readying themselves for the final game of the season
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Recent Examples of readies
Meanwhile, Disney readies for big news this week as the board is expected to name a successor for Bob Iger as CEO.
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Cynthia Littleton, Variety, 2 Feb. 2026
At the same time, its electronic warfare suite readies missiles capable of both active and passive jamming, signalling a transition from monitoring to full electronic countermeasure posture as the situation develops around the vessel, the South China Morning Post reported.
—Bojan Stojkovski, Interesting Engineering, 1 Feb. 2026
As Peck dances, directs, and readies her show for its live audience, the viewer gets a front-row seat into what goes into creating a world-class dance performance.
—Ilana Gordon, Entertainment Weekly, 1 Feb. 2026
In the latest season, still coping with the emotional fallout of his wife’s passing, Jimmy is now about to become an empty nester as his daughter readies her path to college.
—Savannah Salazar, Vulture, 30 Jan. 2026
The tournament ground’s Circle of Palms readies an upgrade with the debut of the Veroni Charcuterie and Champagne Lounge.
—Tim Newcomb, Forbes.com, 28 Jan. 2026
The litigation is unfolding as SoFi Stadium readies to host 2026 FIFA World Cup games, the 2027 Super Bowl and 2028 Olympic events.
—Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 13 Jan. 2026
As Kiffin fights with his former employer about assistant coaches, Ole Miss readies for a generational opportunity.
—Steven Louis Goldstein, New York Times, 8 Jan. 2026
As billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk readies to take SpaceX to the public market, investors are awaiting the chance to get in on what is expected to be the biggest IPO on record.
—Alex Harring, CNBC, 2 Jan. 2026
Cynthia Littleton, Variety, 2 Feb. 2026
At the same time, its electronic warfare suite readies missiles capable of both active and passive jamming, signalling a transition from monitoring to full electronic countermeasure posture as the situation develops around the vessel, the South China Morning Post reported.
—Bojan Stojkovski, Interesting Engineering, 1 Feb. 2026
As Peck dances, directs, and readies her show for its live audience, the viewer gets a front-row seat into what goes into creating a world-class dance performance.
—Ilana Gordon, Entertainment Weekly, 1 Feb. 2026
In the latest season, still coping with the emotional fallout of his wife’s passing, Jimmy is now about to become an empty nester as his daughter readies her path to college.
—Savannah Salazar, Vulture, 30 Jan. 2026
The tournament ground’s Circle of Palms readies an upgrade with the debut of the Veroni Charcuterie and Champagne Lounge.
—Tim Newcomb, Forbes.com, 28 Jan. 2026
The litigation is unfolding as SoFi Stadium readies to host 2026 FIFA World Cup games, the 2027 Super Bowl and 2028 Olympic events.
—Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 13 Jan. 2026
As Kiffin fights with his former employer about assistant coaches, Ole Miss readies for a generational opportunity.
—Steven Louis Goldstein, New York Times, 8 Jan. 2026
As billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk readies to take SpaceX to the public market, investors are awaiting the chance to get in on what is expected to be the biggest IPO on record.
—Alex Harring, CNBC, 2 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for readies
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Frigid weather, alcohol and drugs proved to be a fatal combination for a number of people found dead outdoors during New York’s continuing deep freeze as the city prepares for two more days of record low temperatures, officials said Saturday.—
Thomas Tracy,
New York Daily News,
7 Feb. 2026
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As the restaurant prepares to close its doors after 16 years, Hall and Glynn describe the workplace as more than just a job.—
Peter Burke,
FOXNews.com,
7 Feb. 2026
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Adding keratin back into hair fortifies the strands ultimately yielding stronger, healthier hair.—
Sophie Wirt,
InStyle,
30 Jan. 2026
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That night, Pam fortifies herself with a few drinks and answers when the phone rings.—
Allegra Goodman,
New Yorker,
4 Jan. 2026
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Understanding your triggers better equips you for future anxious moments.—
Stefanie Groner,
Glamour,
4 Feb. 2026
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My legal and management background equips me to tackle Washington gridlock.—
Dallas Morning News,
Dallas Morning News,
3 Feb. 2026
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The South Carolina Department of Public Health (SCDPH) has confirmed a second death from last weekend's winter storm as the state braces for more extreme weather in the coming days.—
Rachel Wolf,
FOXNews.com,
29 Jan. 2026
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New Hampshire New Hampshire Public Radio has resources for finding shelters and staying safe as the state braces for extreme cold, including temperatures of -30 and wind gusts of up to 100 miles per hour.—
Anusha Mathur,
NPR,
24 Jan. 2026
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More information about who qualifies and the process is available on the Election Administration site.—
Eleanor Dearman
Updated January 23,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
23 Jan. 2026
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What qualifies as a significant change or delay?—
Dallas Morning News,
Dallas Morning News,
22 Jan. 2026
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