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poised

poised [ poyzd ]


adjective 
Definition:
 
1. ready to act: fully prepared or in position and about to do something
We are now poised to take over the company.

2. ready to move: motionless and balanced or suspended in the air, often just before or in the midst of an action
a bird poised on a branch

3. composed: calm, self-assured, and dignified

4. in danger of something: teetering on the edge of a sudden change
stock prices seemingly poised to rise

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