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as in support
a structure that holds up or serves as a foundation for something else
wore a brace for the injured knee
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as in pair
two things of the same or similar kind that match or are considered together
bagged a brace of pheasants
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as in to stimulate
to give life, vigor, or spirit to
the pep talk braced the team up for the second half
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as in to fortify
to prepare (oneself) mentally or emotionally
she braced herself for the job interview
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Recent Examples of brace
Shania Russell, EW.com, 11 Mar. 2025
The big picture: The vote comes as Minnesota braces for a legal battle with the Trump administration over his executive order barring transgender girls and women from competing in girls' and women's sports.
—Torey Van Oot, Axios, 3 Mar. 2025
Ashleigh Fields, The Hill, 13 Mar. 2025
Based on our analysis of the latest readings for these breadth indicators, investors may indeed need to brace for further downside for stocks.
—David Keller, CNBC, 13 Mar. 2025
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Noun
This time, Quaid's arm sling has become a full cast and is accompanied by a neck brace.
—Shania Russell, EW.com, 11 Mar. 2025
The big picture: The vote comes as Minnesota braces for a legal battle with the Trump administration over his executive order barring transgender girls and women from competing in girls' and women's sports.
—Torey Van Oot, Axios, 3 Mar. 2025
Verb
Canadians are buying fewer products made in the U.S. in an effort to brace for the impact of President Trump’s sweeping tariffs, which are set to cause prices to skyrocket across a range of products.
—Ashleigh Fields, The Hill, 13 Mar. 2025
Based on our analysis of the latest readings for these breadth indicators, investors may indeed need to brace for further downside for stocks.
—David Keller, CNBC, 13 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for brace
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Starmer convened the meeting, the second in two weeks, as a means of helping Ukraine in the face of a change of approach by the U.S., following the return of Trump, as well as gauging support for any future possible peacekeeping mission.—
Pan Pylas,
Los Angeles Times,
15 Mar. 2025
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For caregivers, consider how communities have created lifelines to showcase that support exists and that the journey does not have to be siloed.—
Simone E. Morris,
Forbes,
15 Mar. 2025
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The pair reportedly married at a friend’s home in New York over the Fourth of July weekend last summer.—
Lisa Respers France,
CNN,
11 Mar. 2025
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In Adultery, the audience is immediately introduced to Tom and his 15-year-old daughter Jess, who has found love with schoolmate Ollie, and the pair can’t take their hands off one another.—
Max Goldbart,
Deadline,
11 Mar. 2025
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These viral particles continue to multiply or stimulate the immune system in ways that trigger long Covid symptoms.—
Katie Camero,
NBC News,
11 Mar. 2025
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On the positive side, home prices often stagnate or decline as demand slows, and the Federal Reserve may lower interest rates to stimulate the economy, making borrowing cheaper.—
Faisal Kutty,
Newsweek,
10 Mar. 2025
Verb
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The charges carry a possible 5-year prison sentence.—
Rosemary Westwood,
NPR,
19 Mar. 2025
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Simpson, 90, isn’t worthy of carrying their luggage — not theirs, not anyone else’s on the list.—
Michael Hiltzik,
Los Angeles Times,
19 Mar. 2025
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What hope had been fortified in the first half Wednesday had faded by the second.—
Houston Mitchell,
Los Angeles Times,
13 Mar. 2025
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While specialized committees address oversight mechanics, transparency is what truly fortifies stakeholder trust.—
Rohan Sharma,
Forbes,
11 Mar. 2025
Noun
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There’s a fine line between lighting up people when it’s required while also giving positive reinforcement, and Bridges has figured out the formula to toeing it effectively, taking on the unenviable duty of being the person trying to keep everybody in check on the court.—
Roderick Boone,
Charlotte Observer,
15 Mar. 2025
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However, positive reinforcement is more than rewards.—
Rhett Power,
Rolling Stone,
12 Mar. 2025
Noun
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This is a primary example of love winning–congratulations to the couple!—
Elizabeth Ayoola,
Essence,
12 Mar. 2025
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Tickets to the event start at $10,000 per couple, rising to $100,000 per couple for event chairs, per an invite.—
Ted Johnson,
Deadline,
12 Mar. 2025
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The formation of the team has stirred unease among some DOJ officials who worry that Musk's DOGE operatives could move aggressively to slash department personnel and programs, sources told ABC News.—
Will Steakin,
ABC News,
13 Mar. 2025
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Add the marinara sauce, stir in the basil and bring to a simmer.—
The Washington Post,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
12 Mar. 2025
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“Brace.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/brace. Accessed 24 Mar. 2025.
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