readiness
Example Sentences
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“That suggests not a discrete exercise but a sustained operational readiness posture—and one that China apparently doesn’t feel the need to explain.”
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 5, 2026
Children who have developmental delays or whose behavioral readiness is lagging can still stand to benefit.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 24, 2026
The tetchiest moment of the committee hearing, came when the prime minister faced questions about the UK's defensive readiness.
From BBC • Mar. 23, 2026
"We express our readiness to contribute to appropriate efforts to ensure safe passage through the Strait. We welcome the commitment of nations who are engaging in preliminary planning," they said.
From Barron's • Mar. 21, 2026
Week after week and year after year the performance never changed, yet I don’t remember anyone’s ever remarking on her sincerity or readiness to sing.
From "I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings" by Maya Angelou
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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.