preparatory

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By placing them side by side with his preparatory drawings, visitors can better understand Raphael's creative process.

From Barron's • Mar. 27, 2026

Nkanu Adichie-Esege, one of twins, died on 7 January after complications arose during preparatory medical procedures at Euracare Hospital in Lagos.

From BBC • Mar. 4, 2026

While a formal agenda has yet to be completed, the recent phone call between Trump and Xi is expected to trigger a round of high-level preparatory meetings between U.S.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 18, 2026

Patients undergo thorough preparatory interviews to help them set expectations for the confrontations.

From Slate • Dec. 18, 2025

“Where’s your car?” he said, preparatory to giving directions.

From "A Walk in the Woods" by Bill Bryson