preparing

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Williams had been practising hard while preparing for her return, but there is no substitute for time on the match court - and ultimately she only played two doubles matches before her singles return.

From BBC • Jul. 1, 2026

His wife was on the other side of the car preparing to put the couple’s newborn, Shae, inside.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 30, 2026

As of June 2025, images revealed that work on the project was nearly completed, suggesting that Jenner may have been preparing to move into her new abode full time.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 30, 2026

Wang's visit comes less than two weeks after EU leaders tasked the European Commission with tackling the issue through talks with Beijing -- while simultaneously preparing beefed-up defence measures to protect key sectors.

From Barron's • Jun. 29, 2026

He finishes preparing the engine and walks to the driver’s seat of the car, repositions his toolbox, and climbs in.

From "The Brightwood Code" by Monica Hesse