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prepare the ground

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prepare the ground
if you prepare the ground for an activity or a situation, you do something that will help it to happen. The leaders of both countries are preparing the ground for negotiations which may lead to peace. (usually + for)
See also: ground, prepare


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I think that it may prepare the ground for your next interview with Miss Haldin if I tell you of it.
The rectory took much notice of him about that time, and I believe the young ladies attempted to prepare the ground for his conversion.
 
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