as in readiness
the state of being ready to act when the need arises
The city is often threatened by hurricanes and has spent top dollar on emergency preparedness.
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Trump has criticized Newsom for years over water management and the state's preparedness to fight fires.
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Bart Jansen, USA TODAY, 24 Jan. 2025
Under these circumstances, any substantial call-up of reservists would likely be detrimental to military preparedness.
—Elizabeth Goitein, TIME, 23 Jan. 2025
For more information on disaster preparedness visit Disability Disaster Access and Resources.
—Esme Mazzeo, CNN, 18 Jan. 2025
Here’s what that looks like Strengthening preparedness: All cities and communities must invest in better disaster readiness, from improving early warning systems to ensuring emergency shelters and support networks are accessible to all.
—John Hope Bryant, TIME, 18 Jan. 2025
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Bart Jansen, USA TODAY, 24 Jan. 2025
Under these circumstances, any substantial call-up of reservists would likely be detrimental to military preparedness.
—Elizabeth Goitein, TIME, 23 Jan. 2025
For more information on disaster preparedness visit Disability Disaster Access and Resources.
—Esme Mazzeo, CNN, 18 Jan. 2025
Here’s what that looks like Strengthening preparedness: All cities and communities must invest in better disaster readiness, from improving early warning systems to ensuring emergency shelters and support networks are accessible to all.
—John Hope Bryant, TIME, 18 Jan. 2025
See all Example Sentences for preparedness
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“Preparedness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/preparedness. Accessed 13 Feb. 2025.
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