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prep

[prep] / prɛp /










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And because so much of the prep was already done, I could spend my time on the little details that made the meal feel special.

From Salon ● Nov. 5, 2026

He said he had a "gut feeling" that it was the best approach, but the team had insisted on a prep lap and had fuelled the car for the extra mileage.

From BBC ● Oct. 31, 2026

Their outfits even seem slightly coordinated with an edgy prep style.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 26, 2026

“When you have private parties and gatherings, we talk about prepping: ‘Do you prep, do you not prep?’ ” said Mortensen.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 10, 2026

My debate prep packet is inside, and I’m actually tempted to work on it.

From "The Benefits of Being an Octopus" by Ann Braden

She preps "summer baskets" which include puzzle books, reading books and snacks to curb any boredom.

From BBC ● Jul. 24, 2026

She eats lunch, throws in a load of laundry and preps dinner.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 10, 2026

There is a version of yourself who meal preps.

From Salon ● May 5, 2026

"The crew just shared a peaceful breakfast with our families and we jump back into training tomorrow to start our preps for a March launch to the Moon."

From Barron's ● Feb. 3, 2026

Leevy, who was my neighbor back in 12, gives a cautious hello to the preps, and Gale’s mother, Hazelle, who must know about their imprisonment, holds up a spoonful of the stew.

From "Mockingjay" by Suzanne Collins

“I’m optimistic,” Hunt said, grinning as he prepped for his next leg.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 4, 2026

Not long ago, when Florida real-estate investor Karlin Ridgeway prepped a house for sale, all-new kitchen appliances were a must.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 4, 2026

And for the simplest possible showstopper, Frieda’s Hulas Ready-to-Drink Coconuts come peeled and prepped with a tool that lets you open them and insert a straw in seconds.

From Salon ● Jul. 12, 2026

"I was literally being prepped to go into surgery when I first found out online that was happening," he said.

From Barron's ● Jun. 29, 2026

Bing and Lin were overjoyed, and prepped him for the Hollywood Gold Cup.

From "Seabiscuit: An American Legend" by Laura Hillenbrand

The country is years behind its neighbors in Europe, where prepping is more commonplace.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 2, 2026

At the beginning of his prepping journey, Michael's wife didn't see the need, but he says she now understands the importance.

From BBC ● Oct. 31, 2026

Officials are prepping for more potential fires Saturday.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 17, 2026

But before simply moving on — prepping for the next doomsday scenario — it is worth asking what we can learn from this one.

From Science Daily ● Oct. 17, 2026

Minho joined Thomas as he ate, prepping him a little before his first big day of Runner training, giving him a few stats and interesting facts.

From "The Maze Runner" by James Dashner


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