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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
Serra Yedikardes, Los Angeles Times, 5 Apr. 2026
That goal made Tsakiris (at 20 years, 289 days old) the second youngest player in San Jose history to score a brace – trailing only Landon Donovan, who had three braces before turning 21.
—Jon Becker, Mercury News, 5 Apr. 2026
The New Yorker, New Yorker, 6 Apr. 2026
Meanwhile, hemp businesses are bracing for the complete eradication of their industry.
—Jack Harvel, Kansas City Star, 6 Apr. 2026
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Noun
As Ukrainian forces brace for Russia’s spring offensive, Zelensky refuses any territorial compromise.
—Serra Yedikardes, Los Angeles Times, 5 Apr. 2026
That goal made Tsakiris (at 20 years, 289 days old) the second youngest player in San Jose history to score a brace – trailing only Landon Donovan, who had three braces before turning 21.
—Jon Becker, Mercury News, 5 Apr. 2026
Verb
In this bracing blend of memoir and detective story, Junod unearths secrets about his father.
—The New Yorker, New Yorker, 6 Apr. 2026
Meanwhile, hemp businesses are bracing for the complete eradication of their industry.
—Jack Harvel, Kansas City Star, 6 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for brace
Noun
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The measure will establish a permanent Interfaith Advisory Commission to provide advice, support dialogue and promote education related to different religious backgrounds and institutions.—
JT Moodee Lockman,
CBS News,
9 Apr. 2026
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Slip in, lace up or slide them on and enjoy the comfy support of Allbirds.—
Tory Johnson,
ABC News,
9 Apr. 2026
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The Angels were even with the Mariners through three innings on a pair of RBI singles from Jorge Soler, then went ahead 4-2 in the fourth on a run-scoring error by Seattle third baseman Leo Rivas and an RBI infield single from Schanuel.—
Doug Padilla,
Oc Register,
6 Apr. 2026
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Chicago police had to bust up a pair of street takeovers early Sunday morning.—
CBS Chicago Team,
CBS News,
6 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Other options, such as red light therapy caps, are non-invasive devices that use low-level light therapy to stimulate hair follicles and increase density.—
Cindy Krischer Goodman,
Sun Sentinel,
9 Apr. 2026
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Lightly massaging the area of application may further help relax muscles and stimulate circulation.—
T'Keyah Bazin,
Verywell Health,
9 Apr. 2026
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The tanker is believed to have carried approximately 9,000 gallons of gasoline during the crash.—
Shambhavi Rimal,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
6 Apr. 2026
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And while vastly underused under Biff Poggi, seeing just 26 carries spanning two seasons (despite posting the highest average rush on the team), Rutledge elected to stay in green and gold and play for Tim Albin.—
Hunter Bailey,
Charlotte Observer,
6 Apr. 2026
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Slivers of domestic Wagyu tenderloin sit in a deep salsa negra fortified with soy sauce.—
Jenn Harris,
Los Angeles Times,
6 Apr. 2026
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Celebrity hairstylist Sami Knight recommends focusing on products that support scalp health and strengthen the hair fibers — like the Epres bond repair treatment, which can repair and fortify damaged strands.—
Rebecca Strong,
USA Today,
3 Apr. 2026
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Upgrades will require significant reinforcement of some walls and elevator shafts, though engineers have found ways to do the work by pouring new concrete footings and installing additional steel bracing without significantly impinging on internal spaces or being visible on exterior surfaces.—
Paul Sisson,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
5 Apr. 2026
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Morning humility check, evening confidence reinforcement.—
Brendan Keegan,
Rolling Stone,
3 Apr. 2026
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The season starts with 16 single contestants, and the last couple standing not only leaves the boat with a new boo, but gets a $100,000 trip around the world.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
4 Apr. 2026
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Those who knew the couple told the Herald there were no glaring red flags.—
Amanda Rosa,
Miami Herald,
4 Apr. 2026
Verb
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If travel, coursework, or a belief debate stirs friction, skip arguing about theory in favor of grounding the talk with real-life examples.—
Tarot.com,
New York Daily News,
9 Apr. 2026
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Cook remaining 1/2 cup butter and 1/4 cup cocoa in reserved saucepan over medium, stirring constantly, until butter is melted and mixture is smooth; remove from heat.—
Kimberly Holland,
Southern Living,
9 Apr. 2026
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“Brace.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/brace. Accessed 11 Apr. 2026.
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