gearing

[geer-ing] / ˈgɪər ɪŋ /

VERB

prepare, equip

Synonyms

STRONGEST

adapt adjust fit organize regulate tailor

STRONG

accouter appoint arm blend furnish harness match outfit ready rig suit

WEAK

fit out turn out

Antonyms

STRONGEST

disarrange disorder disorganize unfit

STRONG

refuse reject unfurnish

Example Sentences

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Morocco are Africa's leading power right now and, unlike Nigeria, are gearing up for the World Cup.

From Barron's

He is in his peak earning years and is, I presume, gearing up for retirement in eight years or so.

From MarketWatch

Ceremonies honoring next Fourth of July’s Semiquincentennial are already gearing up.

From Salon

The UK is gearing up to mark the end of 2025 and celebrate the New Year at midnight as forecasters warn of cold snaps across large parts of the country.

From BBC