readies
Britishplural noun
Etymology
Origin of readies
from ready money
Example Sentences
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“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
Now, as the Stok Racecourse readies itself for a potential - and unprecedented - third successive promotion, Mullin is conspicuous by his absence.
From BBC • Apr. 10, 2025
That’s why, as this country readies for Thanksgiving, I want to give gracias to undocumented immigrants.
From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 26, 2024
She sighs and readies herself to tell me the story.
From "What the Night Sings" by Vesper Stamper
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