readying

Example Sentences

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Readying him for release into the wild was the “whole goal,” Kidwell said.

From Washington Times • Jun. 28, 2020

Readying yourself to work out can, in 2019, feel like preparing to go on a stage.

From Slate • Mar. 16, 2019

Readying for mudslides: Santa Barbara County approved a measure to install debris retention nets along mountain creeks to prevent deadly mudflows like the ones that hit Montecito in January.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 24, 2018

Readying firewood for winter represents a dream of self-sufficiency that appeals especially to city dwellers, he said.

From Reuters • Dec. 17, 2015

Readying the rockets for launch was hot work, and refreshments were sent over.

From "October Sky" by Homer Hickam