: subjected to a special process or treatment
Examples of prepared in a Sentence
The president read a prepared statement.
The store sells a selection of prepared foods.
I got so nervous. I guess I just wasn't prepared.
She was well-prepared and scored high on the test.
How much are you prepared to pay?
I wasn't prepared to spend that much money.
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Press the mixture into the bottom and about 1-inch up the sides of the prepared pan.
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Robin Miller, AZCentral.com, 29 July 2025
Pour batter into prepared baking pan, and spread into an even layer.
—Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 29 July 2025
Studies have shown students who can access school counselors have better academic and behavioral outcomes and are better prepared for college or a career.
—Beth Wallis, NPR, 28 July 2025
Officials have stressed that Action Days can be declared as conditions warrant, so those in affected or nearby areas should remain prepared for further advisories.
—Anna Skinner, MSNBC Newsweek, 28 July 2025
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Robin Miller, AZCentral.com, 29 July 2025
Pour batter into prepared baking pan, and spread into an even layer.
—Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 29 July 2025
Studies have shown students who can access school counselors have better academic and behavioral outcomes and are better prepared for college or a career.
—Beth Wallis, NPR, 28 July 2025
Officials have stressed that Action Days can be declared as conditions warrant, so those in affected or nearby areas should remain prepared for further advisories.
—Anna Skinner, MSNBC Newsweek, 28 July 2025
See All Example Sentences for prepared
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“Prepared.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/prepared. Accessed 6 Aug. 2025.
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