geared up

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Traditional casino companies geared up online offerings but have struggled to keep pace with tech-focused DraftKings and FanDuel.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 28, 2026

In late 2022, the company laid off 11,000 employees, or 13% of its workforce, as it geared up for its “year of efficiency” cost-cutting campaign.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 16, 2026

These stock moves came as workers geared up to strike in more than 40 cities across the U.S., including in states like California, Pennsylvania, and Texas.

From Barron's • Nov. 13, 2025

There was a period of almost eerie silence in the second half, with the game won, as Everton supporters geared up for the final celebration.

From BBC • May 18, 2025

The booster club geared up a letter-writing campaign to him, state legislators, and the governor.

From "Friday Night Lights: A Town, A Team, And A Dream" by H.G. Bissinger