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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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3
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
His selection as chairman was seen as key to propelling the military from two decades of war in the Middle East to a focus on preparing for and deterring potential conflict with China.
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Tara Copp and Lolita C. Baldor, Los Angeles Times, 22 Feb. 2025
Abelson's order does allow for the attorney general to investigate and prepare a report on DEI practices.
—CBS News, 21 Feb. 2025
Uniting Prevention and Detection Traditional cybersecurity strategies often treat prevention and detection as separate undertakings—one team hardens systems to repel threats, while another prepares to identify and respond to breaches that slip through the cracks.
—Tony Bradley, Forbes, 21 Feb. 2025
That meant writing songs, producing records, delivering those records on time, having great bands, rehearsing, being prepared and not leaving the basics up to chance.
—Chris Willman, Variety, 10 Feb. 2025
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Tara Copp and Lolita C. Baldor, Los Angeles Times, 22 Feb. 2025
Abelson's order does allow for the attorney general to investigate and prepare a report on DEI practices.
—CBS News, 21 Feb. 2025
Uniting Prevention and Detection Traditional cybersecurity strategies often treat prevention and detection as separate undertakings—one team hardens systems to repel threats, while another prepares to identify and respond to breaches that slip through the cracks.
—Tony Bradley, Forbes, 21 Feb. 2025
That meant writing songs, producing records, delivering those records on time, having great bands, rehearsing, being prepared and not leaving the basics up to chance.
—Chris Willman, Variety, 10 Feb. 2025
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More change is still on the horizon, with a final ruling on a $2.78-billion antitrust settlement agreed to by the NCAA and five power conference set for April and USC readying to distribute $20.5 million in revenue to its athletes this fall if the House vs. NCAA settlement is approved.—
Ryan Kartje,
Los Angeles Times,
14 Feb. 2025
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Next Chapter Sonos is reportedly readying a new video streaming box designed to expand its reach deeper into the home theater marketplace.—
Julian Chokkattu,
WIRED,
8 Feb. 2025
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The trucks are equipped with chrome front grille deflectors that may fracture and may detach from the vehicle, according to the recall report.—
James Powel,
USA TODAY,
18 Feb. 2025
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The bodycam footage shows the 20-year-old Perez-Feliciano armed with a firearm equipped with a laser sight.—
Staff Reports,
Hartford Courant,
17 Feb. 2025
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Diversity Of Skills And Expertise High-performing executive teams are composed of individuals with complementary skills and experiences.—
Levi King,
Forbes,
26 Feb. 2025
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Lin-Manuel Miranda, who wrote and composed the music for the original film, was replaced by Abigail Barlow and Emily Bear in the sequel.—
Andrés Buenahora,
Variety,
25 Feb. 2025
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Pepsi is also reportedly planning to launch its own prebiotic soda this year, according to CNBC.—
Saman Shafiq,
USA TODAY,
19 Feb. 2025
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However, Boone plans on using the 29-year-old as his everyday center fielder.—
Gary Phillips,
New York Daily News,
19 Feb. 2025
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All three refused to provide identification or sign arrest paperwork, and were identified only after their pictures were shown to an FBI agent, police said.—
Trevor Hughes,
USA TODAY,
20 Feb. 2025
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So, be sure to partner with creators to produce engaging, educational videos to provide your audience with a continuous stream of high-quality, original content that keeps them coming back for more.—
Forbes,
Forbes,
19 Feb. 2025
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Tesla’s charging network qualified for at least $31 million in federal funds under a program Trump recently canceled.—
Alan Ohnsman,
Forbes,
21 Feb. 2025
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In general, individuals in the country illegally do not qualify for most benefits, except for emergency medical care.—
Tom Rogers,
Newsweek,
21 Feb. 2025
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Many of these episodes expanded upon subjects written about in Scientific American magazine.—
Jeff Spry,
Space.com,
15 Feb. 2025
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But in the build up, countless pieces have been written about Michaels’ impact on not only the series, but the entire comedy world over the last half century.—
Harrison Richlin,
IndieWire,
15 Feb. 2025
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But that would also assume that the institutions organize under some umbrella akin to MLB or the NFL, because now there is really no single entity on the institution side with which to bargain.—
Seth Emerson,
The Athletic,
20 Feb. 2025
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Each set includes a small wide cube, as well as a medium wide, medium slim, and large wide cube to keep your socks and pajamas organized and separated from bulkier items like sweaters.—
Mike Arnot,
AFAR Media,
20 Feb. 2025
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“Prepare.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/prepare. Accessed 1 Mar. 2025.
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