at the ready
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Days ahead of the Knicks’ championship-clinching Game 5 victory over the San Antonio Spurs, the alliance was already ordering the 1.25 tons of recycled shredded paper to have at the ready.
From MarketWatch ● Jun. 17, 2026
The timing and details of any resolution are unknown, but investors may want to have a list of potential beneficiaries at the ready.
From Barron's ● May 30, 2026
A wood stove heated our home, and we had kerosene lanterns at the ready in case of a power outage.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 19, 2026
First let's have a look at what's around this summer if you want to make a weekend of it; sleeping bag and tent at the ready.
From BBC ● Apr. 10, 2026
The eight tables, with chess sets and boards, were at the ready for the players.
From "Endgame" by Frank Brady
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