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as in go
being in a state of fitness for some experience or action
after studying for months, she felt ready for the bar exam
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2
as in willing
having a desire or inclination (as for a specified course of action)
I'm ready to help, if I can
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as in quick
having or showing the ability to respond without delay or hesitation
had a ready response to every one of her objections regarding the feasibility of the plan
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as in easy
involving minimal difficulty or effort
we're hoping you have a ready solution to our networking problem
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as in to prepare
to make competent (as by training, skill, or ability) for a particular office or function
this advanced course should ready him for college
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as in to arrange
to make ready in advance
we can ready the desserts for the party a day in advance
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as in to fortify
to prepare (oneself) mentally or emotionally
the basketball players sat quietly in the locker room, readying themselves for the final game of the season
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Recent Examples of ready
Jon Youshaei, Forbes.com, 25 May 2025
The chicks should be ready to leave the nest around May 28.
—Ernie Cowan, San Diego Union-Tribune, 25 May 2025
Alex Harrington, MSNBC Newsweek, 4 May 2025
How Gardens Are Chosen For clubs and homeowners, the procurement process begins two to three years in advance, which gives the owners time to ready their spaces.
—Jennifer Prince, Southern Living, 12 Apr. 2025
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Adjective
But not everyone is ready to join the wave just yet.
—Jon Youshaei, Forbes.com, 25 May 2025
The chicks should be ready to leave the nest around May 28.
—Ernie Cowan, San Diego Union-Tribune, 25 May 2025
Verb
Ahead of the now-famous Miami race, the grid was swarming with celebrities from across the globe, on top of the usual team personnel readying their machinery for the race ahead.
—Alex Harrington, MSNBC Newsweek, 4 May 2025
How Gardens Are Chosen For clubs and homeowners, the procurement process begins two to three years in advance, which gives the owners time to ready their spaces.
—Jennifer Prince, Southern Living, 12 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for ready
Adjective
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If the Cowboys opt for the poison preferred recently by Carolina, Evans — Tampa Bay’s career receiving yardage leader — could conduct a go-route clinic.—
Joey Knight,
Dallas News,
14 Jan. 2023
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This is my new go-spring treat for sunny afternoons and porch-chair traveling.—
Kim Sunée,
Anchorage Daily News,
22 Apr. 2021
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However, none were willing to comment publicly, reflecting the reluctance of local politicians to openly criticize controversial decisions in a city governed by a strong-mayor system.—
Verónica Egui Brito,
Miami Herald,
4 June 2025
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This state is filled with alternative perspectives, people who truly care about their communities, not the next election, and are willing to serve a term or two on the school board, county council, as a county executive, state representative and yes, Congress.—
Michelle Jefferson,
Baltimore Sun,
4 June 2025
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The original rat killer Published April 25, 2007 With one quick flick of his wrist, Scott Mellanby felled a rodent and became part of South Florida sports lore.—
Jeff Kleinman,
Miami Herald,
3 June 2025
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As with uptime, Bluehost's quick and reliable customer support continues to impress us in testing.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
3 June 2025
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Whether spending time at the beach, in the backyard, or camping, this nifty outdoor find features a fiberglass rod that’s easy to stick in the ground.—
Ali Faccenda,
People.com,
1 June 2025
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Reconstituting the nation’s storm-prediction resources won’t be easy.—
Orlando Sentinel Editorial Board,
The Orlando Sentinel,
1 June 2025
Verb
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The best way to protect against unhealthy messages about masculinity is for parents to be prepared with a counter narrative for their family.—
Ashleigh N. DeLuca,
Parents,
29 May 2025
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Some observers insist Moscow could be prepared to launch more limited assaults on NATO soil as little as six months after the end of the war in Ukraine.—
Ellie Cook,
MSNBC Newsweek,
29 May 2025
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Lawmakers should strengthen existing incentives for states and cities to adopt resilience measures—fortifying homes against wind, hail, flooding, and wildfires—to lower costs for both property owners and insurance companies when disasters strike.—
Nicholas Creel,
MSNBC Newsweek,
27 May 2025
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Other studies show that tea decreased iron absorption from wheat bread fortified with ferrous sulfate or ferrous fumarate by 56 to 72%.1 Individual variation: Still, additional research is necessary to establish the best time to drink tea without affecting iron absorption.—
Melissa Nieves,
Verywell Health,
21 May 2025
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This limits flexibility but offers a clear path for those prepared to follow the guidelines. Option 2: Bring In Or Buy Out A Partner Buying out a partner?—
Matthew Meehan,
Forbes.com,
30 May 2025
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In April, Tim Welsh, El Pollo Loco’s chief development officer, provided a prepared statement about the Meridian store.—
Michael Deeds,
Idaho Statesman,
30 May 2025
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Investors appeared glad that Musk would be pivoting away from his involvement in politics to refocus on his companies, pushing up shares of the electric vehicle company nearly 7% Tuesday.—
Yeo Boon Ping,
CNBC,
28 May 2025
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Many billionaires appear glad to part with lots of their money for a shot at living forever.—
Dobromir Rahnev,
The Conversation,
23 May 2025
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“Ready.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ready. Accessed 10 Jun. 2025.
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