VERB: "to take a fighting stance; prepare to fight" Crossword Clue

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VERB: "to take a fighting stance; prepare to fight" Crossword Answer

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PREPARE (verb)
1. create by training and teaching
2. make ready or suitable or equip in advance for a particular purpose or for some use, event, etc
STANCE (noun)
1. a rationalized mental attitude
2. standing posture

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