in preparation

phrase

: being made
Plans for the next edition are already in preparation.

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Her defense attorney asked that she be put on suicide watch and undergo a new psychological evaluation in preparation for her next court hearing. — Thomas Tracy, New York Daily News, 17 Oct. 2026 Missouri has many things to work on in preparation for the final stretch of the 2026 season. — Pj Green, Kansas City Star, 17 Oct. 2026 Tehran is reportedly strengthening its defenses around sensitive energy and nuclear sites in preparation for a potential resumption of attacks, according to The Wall Street Journal. — Jenni Reid, CNBC, 15 Oct. 2026 Since April 1, brands and retailers have been able to set regenerative sourcing targets through BCI in preparation for the new standard’s full implementation. — Sj Studio, Footwear News, 13 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for in preparation

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“In preparation.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/in%20preparation. Accessed 19 Oct. 2026.

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