at the ready
Example Sentences
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“Elegant and cozy,” is how Jill describes her beloved East Wing office, with its view of the Jacqueline Kennedy Garden and a tea cart with ginger-lemon tea at the ready.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 1, 2026
The timing and details of any resolution are unknown, but investors may want to have a list of potential beneficiaries at the ready.
From Barron's • May 30, 2026
A wood stove heated our home, and we had kerosene lanterns at the ready in case of a power outage.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 19, 2026
Which may not seem like a terribly large number, unless you’re the person whose well-being, and even survival, depends on their wheelchair or scooter being at the ready and operational upon arrival.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 15, 2026
She probably would’ve stayed and hung out, but Genie was clearly not in the mood, plus Grandpop had two mason jars of tea at the ready.
From "As Brave As You" by Jason Reynolds
