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What does "prepare for [something]" mean?

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Rebecca

To "prepare for something" means to get ready for an event, activity, action, or something in advance! It also acts as a warning for other people. Like in this context, she's telling them to "prepare" or get ready for trouble since she's about to cause trouble. Ex: Prepare for battle! We leave tomorrow. Ex: Prepare to lose, 'cause I'm going to win this game. Ex: I just got my driver's license. Prepare for a bumpy ride!

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