Standing at the ready Crossword Clue

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Standing at the ready Crossword Answer

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ONALERT

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(noun)
1. condition of heightened watchfulness or preparation for action
2. a warning serves to make you more alert to danger
(verb)
1. warn or arouse to a sense of danger or call to a state of preparedness
(adjective)
1. engaged in or accustomed to close observation
2. mentally perceptive and responsive

Hint 2: Clue Definitions

STANDING (noun)
1. an ordered listing of scores or results showing the relative positions of competitors (individuals or teams) in a sporting event
2. social or financial or professional status or reputation
STANDING (adjective)
1. having a supporting base
2. not created for a particular occasion
READY (adjective)
1. apprehending and responding with speed and sensitivity
2. completely prepared or in condition for immediate action or use or progress
READY (verb)
1. make ready or suitable or equip in advance for a particular purpose or for some use, event, etc
2. prepare for eating by applying heat
READY (noun)
1. poised for action

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ONALERT
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Down

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