preparation
Example Sentences
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"I feel like I'm more of a diesel engine sometimes where I need to get going first, then at some point I'll start playing good tennis. I have to play a preparation tournament."
From Barron's
Nevertheless, several weeks is not seen as enough time for proper recuperation before preparations begin for an 11-month campaign regarded as among the most onerous in professional sport.
From BBC
In explaining the reasons for England's poor performance in the Ashes, Key pointed to the white-ball series in New Zealand prior to this tour as a hindrance to preparation in Australia.
From BBC
That opportunity came with the video for J Balvin’s “Reggaeton,” which they had to sign on to do without being able to do much preparation.
From Los Angeles Times
Elsewhere, final preparations are being made ahead of huge firework displays in Edinburgh and in London.
From BBC
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.