prep
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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
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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
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“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
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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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