readies
Britishplural noun
Etymology
Origin of readies
from ready money
Example Sentences
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For now, war risks remain as Ukraine readies for another winter that could bring additional devastation to its grid.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 22, 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
On a Tuesday morning, with weather conditions declared favourable, Mr Fall readies his wooden canoe painted with patterns of red, blue, yellow and other colours.
From BBC ● Oct. 1, 2025
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
LeAlan: Ain’t nobody getting with readies no more, man!
From "Our America: Life and Death on the South Side of Chicago" by LeAlan Jones
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