Example sentences of "can prepare [pron] for the [noun] " in BNC.

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1 If twins are detected by ultrasound scan , parents can prepare themselves for the births and plan accordingly , and also alert the obstetric team so that the appropriate antenatal care can be given to allow for the best chance of a safe delivery .
2 Thus the plant can , during the latter part of the night , move its leaves to a position appropriate for sunrise ; predatory animals can prepare themselves for the activity of hunting and hunted animals can escape to safety before it is too late .
3 But there is nothing on land that can prepare you for the profusion of shapes and colours of the corals themselves .
4 ‘ No matter how well briefed you 've been ’ , he says , ‘ nothing can prepare you for the shock of international rugby .
5 Nothing can prepare you for the shock .
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