How to Use in preparation in a Sentence

in preparation

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  • Some nations cannot afford such lengthy, lucrative contracts, which is why many often go for a short-term fix in preparation for a major tournament.
    Gregg Evans, New York Times, 28 June 2026
  • Americana Boulevard will be closed all day in preparation for the Fourth of July fireworks show, according to the city.
    Hali Smith, Idaho Statesman, 2 July 2026
  • He was recently temporarily assigned aboard Anchorage in preparation for training.
    Abigail Adams, PEOPLE, 1 July 2026
  • Baltimore City workers are taking extra safety precautions in preparation for this week's extreme heat wave, with temperatures expected to reach 100 degrees.
    Ashley Paul, CBS News, 30 June 2026
  • Canadian fans poured into nearby Tom’s Watch Bar hours before kickoff to form a tailgate of sorts in preparation for the noon match between two nations that had never been to the knockout stage of a World Cup before.
    Fred Robledo, Oc Register, 28 June 2026
  • Of note, this will also be the first human spaceflight from SLC-40 as KSC’s pad will be in preparation for the Europa Clipper launch in October.
    Richard Tribou, The Orlando Sentinel, 29 June 2026
  • Most recently, he was assigned to the USS Anchorage in preparation for training between the 13th Marine expeditionary Unit and Makin Island Amphibious Ready Group, according to officials.
    Nick Lentz, CBS News, 29 June 2026
  • Most recently, Ortiz Canseco was temporarily assigned to the USS Anchorage in preparation for training between the 13th Marine Expeditionary Unit and Makin Island Amphibious Ready Group, according to officials.
    Thao Nguyen, USA Today, 30 June 2026

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