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preparation

[prep-uh-rey-shuhn] / ˌprɛp əˈreɪ ʃən /




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“I felt confident in my preparation for this game and told myself to stay loose and don’t overthink,” Williams said.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 5, 2026

"I was involved in the launch preparation of the experiments that the astronauts put out on the lunar surface," he explains.

From BBC • Apr. 1, 2026

That debacle is the reason why the NFL’s preparation for a potential lockout is now months ahead of where it was 14 years ago.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 31, 2026

"It's not just our problem set, going forward, even though we have done the lion's share of preparation to ensure that that strait will be open," he said.

From Barron's • Mar. 31, 2026

In preparation, he went out shopping and bought a leather briefcase.

From Nazi Saboteurs by Samantha Seiple