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preparation

[prep-uh-rey-shuhn] / ˌprɛp əˈreɪ ʃən /




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She would have been extremely reluctant to allow an 11th hour postponement after months of preparation and marathon pre-trial legal battles.

From BBC Aug. 24, 2026

I heard, in preparation for this story, that the DJ occasionally requests that visitors form a conga Iine.

From Slate Aug. 24, 2026

St. John Bosco began its preparation to be hydrated and avoid cramps on Monday with constant reminders on taking fluids all week by athletic trainer Daisy Martinez.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 22, 2026

Stephanie Leach, a sixth-year graduate student in Hwang's lab, contributed to the design of the project, led the experiments conducted with participants, and co-led preparation of the manuscript.

From Science Daily Aug. 20, 2026

“My former headmistress, Miss Mortimer, has sent us a guidebook describing all the important sights of London. It should provide us with an excellent preparation for our trip.”

From "The Hidden Gallery" by Maryrose Wood

During this formal assessment, teams examined the spacecraft, rocket, launch site, and overall mission status to determine whether preparations could move into their final phase.

From Science Daily Aug. 24, 2026

Once those preparations are complete, Falcon Heavy and Roman will be transported to the launch pad for the final steps before liftoff.

From Science Daily Aug. 24, 2026

"At this time, you should have completed your storm-ready preparations and focusing on your Sheltering Plan."

From BBC Aug. 15, 2026

The Moroccan economy grew by five percent in 2025, with the country investing heavily in infrastructure, especially around preparations for the 2030 World Cup, which it will co-host with Spain and Portugal.

From Barron's Aug. 15, 2026

I shrugged and went back to supervise preparations for the launch.

From "October Sky" by Homer Hickam




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