when one is good and ready

when (one) is good and ready

When one is totally prepared, available, or willing. Don't rush me—I'll jump in the water when I'm good and ready! A: "When will the panel reach their decision?" B: "Don't you worry. They'll let you know what they've decided when they are good and ready."

See also: and, good, ready

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when one is good and ready

when one is completely ready. I'll be there when I'm good and ready. Ann will finish the job when she's good and ready and not a minute sooner.

See also: and, good, one, ready

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