A particular punishment or penalty prepared ready to be applied in the future.
penalty box
A temporary punishment, or, metaphorically, a similar setback (e.g., l …
in one's back pocket
Ready if needed, in reserve, prepared, available for use whenever it m …
on the ready
Well-prepared or set to initiate.
ready and waiting
Already prepared for action or use.
ahead of the game
Having completed a task before it is due; ready, prepared, or anticipa …
ready to roll
Of a person, machine, vehicle, or plan, fully prepared to begin functi …