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preparedness

[pri-pair-id-nis, -paird-nis] / prɪˈpɛər ɪd nɪs, -ˈpɛərd nɪs /
NOUN
readiness
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Two years later, another would-be assassin targeted Trump—and Curran is the one answering for the agency as questions about its preparedness mount.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 3, 2026

This possible connection has major implications for earthquake preparedness.

From Science Daily • May 2, 2026

Eye-rolling over Gorka’s bombast has given way to anxiety about the administration’s preparedness to identify and stop major plots.

From Salon • Apr. 22, 2026

Past councils have weighed in on everything from pandemic preparedness to quantum computing to clean energy.

From Barron's • Mar. 25, 2026

“I suggest you take this time to formulate a strategy. We may not be Erudite, but mental preparedness is one aspect of your Dauntless training. Arguably, it is the most important aspect.”

From "Divergent" by Veronica Roth




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