readies
Britishplural noun
Etymology
Origin of readies
from ready money
Example Sentences
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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
That exchange readies us to look closely at what she doesn’t say or refuses to put into words, the details that make “Martha” genuinely affecting and honest.
From Salon • Oct. 30, 2024
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
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