readies

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Football superstar David Beckham is to be honored with a star on Hollywood's Walk of Fame, organizers announced Tuesday, as the United States readies to host the World Cup.

From Barron's • Jun. 2, 2026

“Michael” still ends on a high note — one of Jackson’s last — as the singer readies the release of 1988’s “Bad.”

From Salon • Apr. 25, 2026

As Chancellor Friedrich Merz reportedly readies to make his inaugural visit to the world's second-biggest economy later this month, a pressing issue will be how to navigate evolving commercial ties.

From Barron's • Feb. 12, 2026

Canelo Álvarez is preparing for a tough matchup against undefeated Terence Crawford before his family readies to celebrate his 20th year as a boxer.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 12, 2025

He turns to Aunt Nancy, takes a deep breath for courage, and readies his mouth to say the words, to ask the question that needs asking.

From "A Bird Will Soar" by Alison Green Myers