| Answer | Crossword Clue |
|---|---|
| TOOKADEEPBREATH | Prepared for an ordeal |
| GIRDUPONESLOINS | Prepare for an ordeal |
| STEELS | Mentally prepares for an ordeal |
| APTESTPAS | Aides for an honor student ordeal? |
| GROOMED | Prepared for an election |
| BRACED | Prepared as for an impact |
| CORED | Prepared an apple for baking |
| CORED | Prepared for baking, as an apple |
| TIDIED | Prepared for an in-law visit, perhaps |
| MIKEDTYSON | Prepared a boxing champion for an on-air interview? |
