prepare

be prepared

1. To remain in a state of preparedness for any unexpected or uncertain occasion that may arise. Popularized by the Boy Scouts of America, who use the phrase as their motto. It's a good thing I always carry a spare bicycle tube when I cycle to work. Like the Boy Scouts say, always be prepared!

2. To always carry a prophylactic (condom) or other means of preventing pregnancy or sexually transmitted infections, should an unexpected sexual encounter arise. A euphemistic appropriation of the motto of the Boy Scouts of America, "Be prepared." When you begin dating someone new, you should always be prepared!

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chance favors the prepared mind

The more prepared or knowledgeable you are, the more likely you will be able to make the most of chance opportunities and observations. The phrase is attributed to 19th-century bacteriologist Louis Pasteur. A: "Once the user had exhausted our usual troubleshooting suggestions, I was able to see the cause of his unique issue in the program." B: "Well, you had taken the steps to rule out all the other possibilities. Chance favors the prepared mind after all." It was only because of my years of research that I was able to seize on the scientific potential that lay hidden in the natural phenomenon. Chance favors the prepared mind!

he who fails to prepare prepares to fail

proverb When there is a lack of adequate preparation, failure becomes more likely. Your test is on Friday, but I highly suggest you start studying for it now. He who fails to prepare prepares to fail. Of course I made an itinerary for our trip—how else would we fit everything in? He who fails to prepare prepares to fail.

hope for the best and prepare for the worst

proverb To have hope that a positive occurrence will happen, while simultaneously readying for a negative outcome. Now that our house is on the market, there's not much we can do but hope for the best and prepare for the worst. We hoped for the best and prepared for the worst when we learned that the hurricane was to make landfall.

if you want peace, (you must) prepare for war

proverb Being well prepared militarily deters other factions from pursuing violent actions. Sir, I think we need to have more troops ready for action—if you want peace, prepare for war.

prepare for

1. To do or acquire what is necessary to be ready for something. We're currently gathering all the necessary documents as we prepare for our end-of-year audit. I've been preparing for the Olympics for the last four years. The East Coast is preparing for one of the worst storms of the last century.

2. To make someone or something ready for some particular action or event. In this usage, a noun or pronoun is used between "prepare" and "for." We're preparing our team for the big championship game this weekend. We'll need to prepare the building for the inspection.

3. To get together or in order the things needed to make or do something. In this usage, a noun or pronoun is used between "prepare" and "for." Have you finished preparing the ingredients for the meal? Let's prepare the documents we'll need for the audit.

4. To get a room, house, or other lodging ready for someone's arrival. In this usage, a noun or pronoun is used between "prepare" and "for." We're preparing the guest room for my mother-in-law. Jack's coming on Friday, so I need to prepare the house for him.

5. To make someone mentally or emotionally prepared for something unpleasant or shocking. In this usage, a noun or pronoun is used between "prepare" and "for." I want to prepare you for what this procedure entails. Nothing could have prepared me for what I was about to witness. She prepared herself for bad news.

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prepare the ground (for something)

To create or prepare the basics or essential foundation (for something); to pave the way (for something). Our success with this healthcare bill wouldn't be possible had the previous administration not prepared the ground. As CEO of the company, I prepared the ground for one of the most successful international firms in the country.

See also: ground, prepare

prepare the way (for something)

To create or prepare the basics or essential foundation (for something); to pave the way (for something). Our success with this healthcare bill wouldn't be possible, had the previous administration not prepared the way. As CEO of the company, I prepared the way for one of the most successful international firms in the country.

Hope for the best and prepare for the worst,

and Hope for the best but expect the worst.

Prov. You should have a positive attitude, but make sure you are ready for disaster. While my father was in the hospital after his heart attack, we hoped for the best and prepared for the worst. When you study for a major exam, hope for the best but expect the worst. Don't make yourself anxious worrying that it will be too difficult, but review as if you expect the exam to be extremely hard.

If you want peace, (you must) prepare for war.

Prov. If a country is well armed, its opponents will be less likely to attack it. Wilbur was always arguing with those of his friends who believed in disarmament. "Getting rid of our weapons won't promote peace," he would say. "If you want peace, you must prepare for war."

prepare someone for something

to build someone up for shocking news. I went in and had a talk with her to prepare her for the report. You should prepare yourself for the worst.

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prepare someone or something for something

to get someone or something ready for something. I prepared her for her trip by going over her itinerary. I prepared the garden for planting.

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McGraw-Hill Dictionary of American Idioms and Phrasal Verbs.

prepare the ground

COMMON If you prepare the ground for a future event or course of action, you do things which will make it easier for that thing to happen. The president made it clear that his administration would continue to prepare the ground for future military action. The talks prepared the ground for the meeting of finance ministers and central bankers in Washington on September 19.

See also: ground, prepare

Collins COBUILD Idioms Dictionary, 3rd ed.

prepare the ground

make it easier for something to occur or be developed.

See also: ground, prepare

Farlex Partner Idioms Dictionary

prepare the ˈground (for something)

do something which makes it possible or easier for something to happen: By making her his deputy, the chairman was preparing the ground for her to replace him after he retired. The meeting was to prepare the ground for next week’s peace talks.

See also: ground, prepare

Farlex Partner Idioms Dictionary

be prepared

To be willing (to do something): I am not prepared to defend him when I know he was wrong.

See also: prepare

American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, Fifth Edition.

See also:

be prepared
all systems (are) go
All systems are go
all systems go
system
shell-shocked
star-crossed lovers
sit on it
life is like a box of chocolates
enemy combatant

References in periodicals archive

Even though there are a few things my VR counselor could have done to better prepare me to transition to the work force, there are many things he did right.

The need to empower students with disabilities towards employment: one consumer's experiences and observations

While some companies prepare their own forecasts internally, there is a benefit to having an outside CPA prepare them.

The type of prospective financial statement a CPA prepares generally depends on its intended use.

A glimpse of the future

Thus, to adequately prepare students for the CPA examination, accounting programs with only one tax course will have to be broadened to include MTC-recommended content.

Computer research skills need to be emphasized to adequately prepare students for the new examination and today's workplace.

Preparing students for the new CPA examination

To test for this feature, prepare test cores and simulate the normal process for dipping and drying.

Evaluating Coldbox Binders: A practical Approach

During one of Montez's visits to the company, Max Muller, the president, asked her to prepare some financial information for his brother-in-law, who is thinking of investing in the business.

When do the provisions of SSARS no. 1 apply?

The primary purpose of these documents was not to prepare for litigation; the primary purpose was to decide whether or not to go through with a multi-million dollar transaction." The court applied a primary purpose test to the documents and held that the primary purpose behind the creation of the documents was not in relation to any anticipated litigation; therefore, the work-product doctrine did not apply.

Adlman court holds work-product doctrine is inapplicable to pretransaction memoranda

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释义	prepare be prepared 1. To remain in a state of preparedness for any unexpected or uncertain occasion that may arise. Popularized by the Boy Scouts of America, who use the phrase as their motto. It's a good thing I always carry a spare bicycle tube when I cycle to work. Like the Boy Scouts say, always be prepared! 2. To always carry a prophylactic (condom) or other means of preventing pregnancy or sexually transmitted infections, should an unexpected sexual encounter arise. A euphemistic appropriation of the motto of the Boy Scouts of America, "Be prepared." When you begin dating someone new, you should always be prepared! See also: prepare chance favors the prepared mind The more prepared or knowledgeable you are, the more likely you will be able to make the most of chance opportunities and observations. The phrase is attributed to 19th-century bacteriologist Louis Pasteur. A: "Once the user had exhausted our usual troubleshooting suggestions, I was able to see the cause of his unique issue in the program." B: "Well, you had taken the steps to rule out all the other possibilities. Chance favors the prepared mind after all." It was only because of my years of research that I was able to seize on the scientific potential that lay hidden in the natural phenomenon. Chance favors the prepared mind! See also: chance, favor, mind, prepare he who fails to prepare prepares to fail proverb When there is a lack of adequate preparation, failure becomes more likely. Your test is on Friday, but I highly suggest you start studying for it now. He who fails to prepare prepares to fail. Of course I made an itinerary for our trip—how else would we fit everything in? He who fails to prepare prepares to fail. See also: fail, he, prepare, who hope for the best and prepare for the worst proverb To have hope that a positive occurrence will happen, while simultaneously readying for a negative outcome. Now that our house is on the market, there's not much we can do but hope for the best and prepare for the worst. We hoped for the best and prepared for the worst when we learned that the hurricane was to make landfall. See also: and, hope, prepare, worst if you want peace, (you must) prepare for war proverb Being well prepared militarily deters other factions from pursuing violent actions. Sir, I think we need to have more troops ready for action—if you want peace, prepare for war. See also: if, prepare, want, war prepare for 1. To do or acquire what is necessary to be ready for something. We're currently gathering all the necessary documents as we prepare for our end-of-year audit. I've been preparing for the Olympics for the last four years. The East Coast is preparing for one of the worst storms of the last century. 2. To make someone or something ready for some particular action or event. In this usage, a noun or pronoun is used between "prepare" and "for." We're preparing our team for the big championship game this weekend. We'll need to prepare the building for the inspection. 3. To get together or in order the things needed to make or do something. In this usage, a noun or pronoun is used between "prepare" and "for." Have you finished preparing the ingredients for the meal? Let's prepare the documents we'll need for the audit. 4. To get a room, house, or other lodging ready for someone's arrival. In this usage, a noun or pronoun is used between "prepare" and "for." We're preparing the guest room for my mother-in-law. Jack's coming on Friday, so I need to prepare the house for him. 5. To make someone mentally or emotionally prepared for something unpleasant or shocking. In this usage, a noun or pronoun is used between "prepare" and "for." I want to prepare you for what this procedure entails. Nothing could have prepared me for what I was about to witness. She prepared herself for bad news. See also: prepare prepare the ground (for something) To create or prepare the basics or essential foundation (for something); to pave the way (for something). Our success with this healthcare bill wouldn't be possible had the previous administration not prepared the ground. As CEO of the company, I prepared the ground for one of the most successful international firms in the country. See also: ground, prepare prepare the way (for something) To create or prepare the basics or essential foundation (for something); to pave the way (for something). Our success with this healthcare bill wouldn't be possible, had the previous administration not prepared the way. As CEO of the company, I prepared the way for one of the most successful international firms in the country. See also: prepare, way Farlex Dictionary of Idioms. Hope for the best and prepare for the worst, and Hope for the best but expect the worst. Prov. You should have a positive attitude, but make sure you are ready for disaster. While my father was in the hospital after his heart attack, we hoped for the best and prepared for the worst. When you study for a major exam, hope for the best but expect the worst. Don't make yourself anxious worrying that it will be too difficult, but review as if you expect the exam to be extremely hard. See also: and, hope, prepare, worst If you want peace, (you must) prepare for war. Prov. If a country is well armed, its opponents will be less likely to attack it. Wilbur was always arguing with those of his friends who believed in disarmament. "Getting rid of our weapons won't promote peace," he would say. "If you want peace, you must prepare for war." See also: if, prepare, want, war prepare someone for something to build someone up for shocking news. I went in and had a talk with her to prepare her for the report. You should prepare yourself for the worst. See also: prepare prepare someone or something for something to get someone or something ready for something. I prepared her for her trip by going over her itinerary. I prepared the garden for planting. See also: prepare McGraw-Hill Dictionary of American Idioms and Phrasal Verbs. prepare the ground COMMON If you prepare the ground for a future event or course of action, you do things which will make it easier for that thing to happen. The president made it clear that his administration would continue to prepare the ground for future military action. The talks prepared the ground for the meeting of finance ministers and central bankers in Washington on September 19. See also: ground, prepare Collins COBUILD Idioms Dictionary, 3rd ed. prepare the ground make it easier for something to occur or be developed. See also: ground, prepare Farlex Partner Idioms Dictionary prepare the ˈground (for something) do something which makes it possible or easier for something to happen: By making her his deputy, the chairman was preparing the ground for her to replace him after he retired. The meeting was to prepare the ground for next week’s peace talks. See also: ground, prepare Farlex Partner Idioms Dictionary be prepared To be willing (to do something): I am not prepared to defend him when I know he was wrong. See also: prepare American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, Fifth Edition. See also: be prepared all systems (are) go All systems are go all systems go system shell-shocked star-crossed lovers sit on it life is like a box of chocolates enemy combatant References in periodicals archive Even though there are a few things my VR counselor could have done to better prepare me to transition to the work force, there are many things he did right. The need to empower students with disabilities towards employment: one consumer's experiences and observations While some companies prepare their own forecasts internally, there is a benefit to having an outside CPA prepare them. The type of prospective financial statement a CPA prepares generally depends on its intended use. A glimpse of the future Thus, to adequately prepare students for the CPA examination, accounting programs with only one tax course will have to be broadened to include MTC-recommended content. Computer research skills need to be emphasized to adequately prepare students for the new examination and today's workplace. Preparing students for the new CPA examination To test for this feature, prepare test cores and simulate the normal process for dipping and drying. Evaluating Coldbox Binders: A practical Approach During one of Montez's visits to the company, Max Muller, the president, asked her to prepare some financial information for his brother-in-law, who is thinking of investing in the business. When do the provisions of SSARS no. 1 apply? The primary purpose of these documents was not to prepare for litigation; the primary purpose was to decide whether or not to go through with a multi-million dollar transaction." The court applied a primary purpose test to the documents and held that the primary purpose behind the creation of the documents was not in relation to any anticipated litigation; therefore, the work-product doctrine did not apply. Adlman court holds work-product doctrine is inapplicable to pretransaction memoranda
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