preparedness
noun
pre·pared·ness
pri-ˈper-əd-nəs 
also
-ˈperd-nəs
: the quality or state of being prepared
especially
: a state of adequate preparation in case of war
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The military is in a state of preparedness.
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Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 9 Apr. 2025
Under Chaney’s watch, the department developed specialized training programs, acquired advanced equipment and elevated the department’s preparedness and response capabilities.
—Sean Krofssik, Hartford Courant, 7 Apr. 2025
San Diego Union-Tribune During a March 5 town hall meeting in La Jolla, San Diego City Council President Joe LaCava — a La Jolla resident whose District 1 includes the area — applauded the idea of forming a local Fire Safe Council to increase safety awareness and preparedness.
—Noah Lyons, San Diego Union-Tribune, 6 Apr. 2025
Among the pandemic preparedness projects funded by BARDA had been several studies of experimental COVID-19 vaccines and treatments.
—Alexander Tin, CBS News, 31 Mar. 2025
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“Preparedness.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/preparedness. Accessed 19 Apr. 2025.
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preparedness
noun
pre·pared·ness
pri-ˈpar-əd-nəs
-ˈper-
-ˈper-
also -ˈpa(ə)rd-nəs,
or -ˈpe(ə)rd-
: the quality or state of being prepared
especially
: a state of readiness for war
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