Definition of "preparedness" []

• The state of being prepared, especially military readiness for combat. (noun)

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• "Isn't Salter trying to use OBAMA's age against him in response, with the code word "preparedness" filling in for age?"
• "Eventually, preparedness is going to meet opportunity."
• "Even if the money available to the Department of Homeland Security was wisely spent, it would make only a little difference in preparedness and response."