prepare
verb (used with object)
to put in proper condition or readiness.
was preparing
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past progressiveof prepare.past progressive
Used to describe an ongoing action or continuous state that was happening at a specific time in the past.
Example Sentences
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Binance was preparing a big announcement in late May that would unlock the European market for the world’s largest crypto exchange.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 18, 2026
When Moore was preparing to hand off, the feet inched closer together.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 16, 2026
Down the street, Christine from Jam Vybz Kitchen was preparing for her first time working at Notting Hill Carnival.
From BBC ● Aug. 31, 2026
City hall also announced it was preparing changes including remote learning.
From Barron's ● Aug. 31, 2026
Several times Hall announced he was preparing to descend, and at one point we were sure he’d finally left the South Summit.
From "Into Thin Air" by Jon Krakauer
