gearing up

present participle of gear up

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for gearing up
Verb
  • Phil Mickelson even sent a congratulations to Rory despite their mounting differences.
    Thomas G. Moukawsher, MSNBC Newsweek, 14 Apr. 2025
  • Known as museum mounting wax, the product comes in a solid block and acts as an adhesive for small objects, preventing them from toppling off their display stands due to an earthquake or accidental bump from kids, pets, or partygoers.
    Carol Kino, Robb Report, 13 Apr. 2025
Verb
  • But with 2025 fast approaching, even those who’ve stayed afloat are bracing for what comes next.
    Josh Rottenberg, Los Angeles Times, 30 Dec. 2024
  • Authorities are also bracing for potential conflicts with Yoon's presidential security detail if an attempt is made to take him into custody by force.
    George Monastiriakos, Newsweek, 30 Dec. 2024
Verb
  • She's spent over six months educating her following of over 700,000 about JEB.
    Skyler Caruso, People.com, 9 Apr. 2025
  • The Charlotte Observer spoke to Chris Hayes, an extension associate of structural pest management at NC State University who specializes educating the pest management industry on critter habits, to find out.
    Evan Moore, Charlotte Observer, 8 Apr. 2025
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“Gearing up.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gearing%20up. Accessed 21 Apr. 2025.

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