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as in to ready
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 to equip
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 to compose
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 to plan
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 prepare
For now, Jeppesen ForeFlight is beginning with general aviation applications while preparing future offerings for commercial, business, and military aviation.
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Rupendra Brahambhatt,
Interesting Engineering,
4 July 2026
The arrival marks the beginning of the mission’s most important phase as scientists prepare to investigate the asteroid up close and eventually collect samples for return to Earth.
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Jamie Carter,
Forbes.com,
4 July 2026
This month, the 100-year-old camp, which remains closed this summer, filed for bankruptcy, and an investigation by state legislators determined that the organization failed to prepare for disaster.
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Sam Gillette,
PEOPLE,
4 July 2026
At the Grenelle site near the Eiffel Tower, officials prepared for large crowds escaping hot weather in the coming days.
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ABC News,
4 July 2026
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Rupendra Brahambhatt,
Interesting Engineering,
4 July 2026
The arrival marks the beginning of the mission’s most important phase as scientists prepare to investigate the asteroid up close and eventually collect samples for return to Earth.
—
Jamie Carter,
Forbes.com,
4 July 2026
This month, the 100-year-old camp, which remains closed this summer, filed for bankruptcy, and an investigation by state legislators determined that the organization failed to prepare for disaster.
—
Sam Gillette,
PEOPLE,
4 July 2026
At the Grenelle site near the Eiffel Tower, officials prepared for large crowds escaping hot weather in the coming days.
—
ABC News,
4 July 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for prepare
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Catalan composer and experimental musician Marina Herlop is readying a new album, Dja Dja.
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The city is also readying for the possibility of pop star Taylor Swift and football player Travis Kelce’s wedding at Madison Square Garden.
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The result is uncommon room layouts like the tri-suite king room equipped with two twin-sized beds and a king bed split by a privacy divider that doubles as a playful art installation.
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Some locations have tables equipped with leash hooks and water bowls.
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One concern on Wall Street is that AI models that quickly compose code might threaten mature software companies.
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Earlier this month, a bipartisan bill introduced in the House proposed establishing an independent commission composed of 13 members appointed by leaders in Congress and the president.
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Future projects being planned in the central city for delivery over the next five years will include other office-to-apartment conversions and new housing built from the ground up.
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Lawmakers plan to direct the Department of Finance to present the Legislature with options for how to do that.
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Stroll the historic downtown for antiques, art, and more, all while the adjacent Truckee River provides a natural soundtrack.
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The state also provides a $20 per month taxable subsidy for workers who commute using a bike for at least half of work days each month.
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Friday's match was expected to draw large celebrations, as the 2026 tournament marks the first time the African island nation has qualified for the FIFA World Cup.
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Cape Verde, an island nation off the west coast of Africa that qualified for the World Cup for the first time this year, is scheduled to face Argentina tomorrow in the knockout stage of the tournament.
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In the four-page ruling, Aquilina wrote that Kalshi violated the state's gaming industry by allowing people aged 18 to place wagers, as opposed to Michigan's age requirement of 21 and older.
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Kids will create origami figures, write wishes on them and hang them on bamboo.
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Weave in open storage elements like cubbies—essential for keeping shoes and boots accessible and organized.
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The flight follows additional aid deliveries from Ecuador and continuing relief efforts organized in Spain, where public institutions, businesses and charitable organizations have raised more than $11 million for earthquake victims.
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“Prepare.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/prepare. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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