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preparation

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




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The matches against Ghana and Romania will serve as preparation for Wales' return to the top flight of the Nations League in September, where they have been drawn with Portugal, Norway and Denmark.

From BBC • May 26, 2026

Posillico alleges in the lawsuit that it incurred “substantial bid preparation and proposal costs” drawing up plans for federal solicitations that were “not genuine competitive opportunities.”

From Salon • May 25, 2026

If people are choosing berries, cocoa, or grapes for their flavanols, then preparation and pairing may matter.

From Science Daily • May 24, 2026

Training camp opens in July in preparation for the Sept. 10 season opener against the San Francisco 49ers in Melbourne, Australia.

From Los Angeles Times • May 22, 2026

Movements should also be focused and thoughtful; i.e. preparation should occur before each movement; the movement should take into account the full length of the beat; and the movement should return back to pre-preparation status.

From "Music and the Child" by Natalie Sarrazin




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