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Ready for the future? (4,3)

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I believe the answer is:

nest egg

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This clue could be a double definition.

'ready' is the first definition.
Although both the answer and definition are singular nouns, I can't see how one could define the other.

'future?' is the second definition.
Although both the answer and definition are singular nouns, I don't see how one could define the other.

'for the' is the link.

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(Other definitions for nest egg that I've seen before include "Sum saved for the future" , "Money set aside for retirement" , "Saved-up money" , "Is it to encourage laying" , "Fund for a rainy day" .)

I've seen this clue in The Sunday Times.
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