in preparation

ADJECTIVE

afoot

Synonyms

WEAK

astir brewing cooking forthcoming getting ready going on

Antonyms

WEAK

completed ended finished

ADJECTIVE

forthcoming

Synonyms

STRONGEST

anticipated approaching awaited coming impending upcoming

WEAK

accessible at hand available destined fated future in evidence in prospect in store in the cards in the wind inescapable inevitable nearing obtainable on tap oncoming open pending predestined prospective ready resulting

Antonyms

STRONGEST

remote

WEAK

bygone distant gone past

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I find it helpful to brainstorm a week’s worth of meal ideas that call for rotisserie chicken in preparation for bringing a whole bird home.

From Salon • Jun. 29, 2026

But Simpson, a Tennessee native, said he would remain in Southern California and continue to study in preparation for training camp at Loyola Marymount in late July.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 22, 2026

Live action films can quickly feel dated—but Woody and Buzz remain as relevant as ever for the millions of children rewatching Toy Story’s first four installments in preparation for Toy Story 5.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 19, 2026

Trump also focused on "beautification" projects around Washington in preparation for months of events.

From BBC • Jun. 1, 2026

It was easier when I saw a stick, because I could rub my palms together and tighten the muscles of my calves in preparation.

From "Purple Hibiscus" by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie

in preparation

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