readied

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“Five minutes to showtime,” said Lil Miss Hot Mess, drag queen and hostess, as Latine drag kings El Daña and Manny Oakley readied themselves for the spotlight.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 30, 2026

Luna then coordinated with Leger Fernández, who had readied an expulsion resolution against Gonzales, to force out the pair almost simultaneously.

From Slate • Apr. 16, 2026

Whether or not they will actually go ahead has yet to be confirmed, but the city has readied itself all the same.

From BBC • Apr. 10, 2026

The property’s status is currently listed as “contingent,” meaning that the deal is being readied for closing, but that certain conditions need to be met before a sale can be finalized.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 2, 2026

I stand in the shower as long as they let me before I have to come out to be readied.

From "Catching Fire" by Suzanne Collins