preparatory

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The grouping added they welcomed "the commitment of nations who are engaging in preparatory planning" but provided no further details.

From Barron's • Mar. 19, 2026

There had been no warnings or preparatory guidance from governments as the U.S. built up an armada offshore and diplomacy faltered.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 4, 2026

That’s in part because it decided to experiment with age-verification steps in Australia long before it received the government’s letter, as a preparatory step.

From Slate • Feb. 11, 2026

He said the parties discussed, for the first time, the possibility of a trilateral meeting between leaders, not simply representatives, but cautioned that "preparatory elements are needed for this".

From BBC • Feb. 7, 2026

“I am sure you have heard of Hackett, the preparatory school for boys,” he said.

From "The Secret History" by Donna Tartt