AT THE READY Synonyms: 41 Similar and Opposite Words

at the ready

phrase

Definition of at the ready

as in available

possible to get We were all grateful to live next to a corner store that always had ripe avocados at the ready.

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Recent Examples of at the ready Yes, there are only five visible drinks at the ready, and a Bills fan appears to be satisfied with munching on a sprig of herbs, but thanks to Sunday Ticket, everyone in the room will be dialed in to their favorite team. — Anthony Crupi, Sportico.com, 30 Sep. 2026 The first image from the episode (see it above) shows Butters in what appears to be his backyard with the X-Pest exterminator guy, who has strapped on his tank of poison and has his sprayer wand at the ready. — Tom Tapp, Deadline, 29 Sep. 2026 Guy lines stand at the ready to stake it out and increase stability in windy conditions. — New Atlas, 29 Sep. 2026 Engel advises watering the plant thoroughly in its old location to keep the root ball intact and have moisture at the ready when the plant is moved. — Nadia Hassani, The Spruce, 26 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for at the ready

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at the same time

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