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to prepare
01
to make a person or thing ready for doing something
Transitive: to prepare sth
Examples
He prepares his outfit the night before to save time in the morning.
I prepare my resume and cover letter for job applications.
02
to cook food for eating
Transitive: to prepare food
Examples
She regularly prepares a healthy breakfast for her family.
The chef often prepares special dishes for the restaurant's menu.
03
to get ready for an event, activity, or situation, either mentally or physically
Intransitive: to prepare for an event or activity
Transitive: to prepare oneself for an event or activity
Examples
She hurried to prepare for the meeting, gathering her notes and documents.
I was n’t prepared for how difficult the test would be.
04
to meticulously work out the details of something or to plan in advance
Transitive: to prepare a plan
Examples
Before embarking on the road trip, they prepared the itinerary, mapping out the route and scheduling rest stops.
The project manager prepared the timeline for the construction project, coordinating tasks and deadlines for each phase.
05
to transform thoughts, ideas, or concepts into a written format
Transitive: to prepare a document
Examples
The researcher prepared the report, compiling data and analysis into a comprehensive document.
The student prepared the essay, organizing ideas and drafting paragraphs before finalizing the paper.
Examples
The coach prepared the team for the championship game by conducting rigorous training sessions.
The teacher prepared the students for the exam by providing practice exercises.
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