readies
Britishplural noun
Etymology
Origin of readies
from ready money
Example Sentences
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So, here, Washington seems to have just stepped forward and, his head slightly upraised and with eyes fixed on something in the distance, readies himself to speak.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 2, 2026
Football superstar David Beckham is to be honored with a star on Hollywood's Walk of Fame, organizers announced Tuesday, as the United States readies to host the World Cup.
From Barron's ● Jun. 2, 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
And Cedric skirts left and he dives right—and he readies his wand— SNAPE: This is taking too long.
From "Harry Potter and the Cursed Child" by J.K. Rowling
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