as in preparing
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as in preparation
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as in equipping
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 prepping
to make ready in advance
we can ready the desserts for the party a day in advance
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as in bracing
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 readying
Dan Perry, Newsweek, 3 Jan. 2025
Andrew Overstreet is readying himself to make his full-time debut as a NASCAR crew chief for the 2025 season.
—George Monastiriakos, Newsweek, 31 Dec. 2024
Once the Orange Bowl wraps and the NFL season ends, that’s when the hustle starts, readying for the March Miami Open and the 395,683 fans that come, all ahead of the 275,799 fans for the F1 race weekend.
—Tim Newcomb, Forbes, 30 Dec. 2024
The Heat were readying to inbound a pass in the backcourt while up by four points in the final 36 seconds when Thompson and Herro began bumping each other.
—Kelly Iko, The Athletic, 29 Dec. 2024
President Biden is readying to leave the White House with little fanfare.
—Alex Gangitano, The Hill, 25 Dec. 2024
Landman is the second Sheridan series for Randolph, who is readying to release season two of Yellowstone prequel 1923.
—Jackie Strause, The Hollywood Reporter, 22 Dec. 2024
The regulator has also issued a stark warning for businesses that might be readying themselves for the gloves to come off in February when the changes kick in.
—Zak Doffman, Forbes, 21 Dec. 2024
The Pentagon has said that Pyongyang's troops have been readying for combat.
—Benedict Cosgrove, Newsweek, 19 Dec. 2024
Verb
The Red Bull Racing team is readying themselves for an exciting 2025 racing season by implementing a number of changes to their Formula 1 car, the RB21.
—Dan Perry, Newsweek, 3 Jan. 2025
Andrew Overstreet is readying himself to make his full-time debut as a NASCAR crew chief for the 2025 season.
—George Monastiriakos, Newsweek, 31 Dec. 2024
Once the Orange Bowl wraps and the NFL season ends, that’s when the hustle starts, readying for the March Miami Open and the 395,683 fans that come, all ahead of the 275,799 fans for the F1 race weekend.
—Tim Newcomb, Forbes, 30 Dec. 2024
The Heat were readying to inbound a pass in the backcourt while up by four points in the final 36 seconds when Thompson and Herro began bumping each other.
—Kelly Iko, The Athletic, 29 Dec. 2024
President Biden is readying to leave the White House with little fanfare.
—Alex Gangitano, The Hill, 25 Dec. 2024
Landman is the second Sheridan series for Randolph, who is readying to release season two of Yellowstone prequel 1923.
—Jackie Strause, The Hollywood Reporter, 22 Dec. 2024
The regulator has also issued a stark warning for businesses that might be readying themselves for the gloves to come off in February when the changes kick in.
—Zak Doffman, Forbes, 21 Dec. 2024
The Pentagon has said that Pyongyang's troops have been readying for combat.
—Benedict Cosgrove, Newsweek, 19 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for readying
Noun
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There’s a bit of neighborly debate surrounding the proper preparation of chilaquiles.—
Edmund Tijerina,
Bon Appétit,
27 Feb. 2025
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Suarez said in his statement that as mayor, he was not involved in the preparation of the 2022 legislation or related amendments.—
Tess Riski,
Miami Herald,
27 Feb. 2025
Verb
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With catering, families can avoid the expense of purchasing and preparing large quantities of food, which can often go to waste.—
Ronny Maye,
Forbes,
24 Dec. 2024
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As workers began preparing the site for a speedy demolition, people began gathering across the street of what was left of the church.—
Noe Padilla,
The Indianapolis Star,
24 Dec. 2024
Verb
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But with 2025 fast approaching, even those who’ve stayed afloat are bracing for what comes next.—
Josh Rottenberg,
Los Angeles Times,
30 Dec. 2024
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Authorities are also bracing for potential conflicts with Yoon's presidential security detail if an attempt is made to take him into custody by force.—
George Monastiriakos,
Newsweek,
30 Dec. 2024
Noun
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The German peasants were among the first to try to unlock the revolutionary potential of Reformation teachings to fight social and economic injustice.—
Michael Bruening,
The Conversation,
25 Feb. 2025
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As an engine of social mobility, CSUSM transforms lives by providing high-quality, hands-on degrees in fields such as nursing, behavioral health, teaching, engineering, and business.—
Ellen J. Neufeldt,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
25 Feb. 2025
Verb
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Advertisement The latest accident prompted anger at the government for not equipping the convoy with flotation devices.—
Jean-Yves Kamale and Wilson McMakin,
Los Angeles Times,
21 Dec. 2024
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Schools, organizations and governments must focus on expanding understanding of AI beyond tech professionals, equipping the public with the knowledge needed to engage thoughtfully with AI systems.—
Sarim Nadeem,
Forbes,
20 Dec. 2024
Noun
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In an effort to permit hemp cultivation while prohibiting production of a psychoactive plant, the Agricultural Marketing Act of 1946 defined hemp as all parts of the cannabis plant with less than 0.3 percent concentration of delta-9 THC by dry weight.—
Katharine Neill Harris,
The Conversation,
25 Feb. 2025
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After a military coup in 1961, the new authoritarian leadership tied its economic program to the cultivation of a citizenry that was smaller and better educated.—
Gideon Lewis-Kraus,
The New Yorker,
24 Feb. 2025
Verb
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But two years ago, the Diamondbacks exploited the three wild card system, qualifying for the postseason with 84 wins and then going on a magical run to the Series.—
Ken Rosenthal,
The Athletic,
3 Jan. 2025
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The misperception here is the belief Congress is currently raising the age for qualifying for Social Security benefits, and that isn't the case.—
Suzanne Blake,
Newsweek,
2 Jan. 2025
Noun
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The Broncos also made some tweaks to their strength and conditioning staff, as former assistant Shaun Snee was promoted to director of the club’s strength program, with head strength coach and longtime Payton associate Dan Dalrymple still maintaining his former title.—
Luca Evans,
The Denver Post,
6 Mar. 2025
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Strong safety Jaquan Brisker missed most of the season with a concussion, but that’s not a strength or conditioning issue.—
Brad Biggs,
Chicago Tribune,
5 Mar. 2025
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“Readying.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/readying. Accessed 12 Mar. 2025.
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