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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
Cody Stavenhagen, New York Times, 12 June 2025
In 2020, the NFL announced Align Technology, Inc. as a sponsor, the makers of the braces alternative Invisalign.
—Luca Evans, Denver Post, 22 June 2025
Nicholas Creel, MSNBC Newsweek, 24 June 2025
Talk of the Town: People are bracing themselves for Bagatelle, which is taking over Gosman’s Dock, and the gaggles of partyers who will no doubt be barfing off the pier.
—Stephanie Krikorian, Curbed, 23 June 2025
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Noun
The hope is the brace, even when combined with full UCL reconstructions, can quicken recovery time and make UCLs more durable in the future.
—Cody Stavenhagen, New York Times, 12 June 2025
In 2020, the NFL announced Align Technology, Inc. as a sponsor, the makers of the braces alternative Invisalign.
—Luca Evans, Denver Post, 22 June 2025
Verb
The time bomb is ticking—and consumers should begin bracing for the explosion.
—Nicholas Creel, MSNBC Newsweek, 24 June 2025
Talk of the Town: People are bracing themselves for Bagatelle, which is taking over Gosman’s Dock, and the gaggles of partyers who will no doubt be barfing off the pier.
—Stephanie Krikorian, Curbed, 23 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for brace
Noun
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In the letter sent Friday, lawmakers expressed support of efforts to deport violent criminals, but told Trump that raids targeting criminals have resulted in fear among non-criminal migrants.—
Molly Gibbs,
Sacbee.com,
1 July 2025
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Offer tuition support and loan assistance as part of employee benefits to reduce financial barriers to graduate education.—
Leadership Brainery,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2025
Noun
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Verstappen has a pair of wins, but only have five podiums in 12 races, and sits 69 points behind championship leader Oscar Piastri of McLaren.—
Joseph Wolkin,
Forbes.com,
9 July 2025
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The pair launched Monkey in 2000, producing the likes of Made In Chelsea, Don’t Hate The Playaz and The Charlotte Church Show and selling the company to NBCUniversal.—
Andreas Wiseman,
Deadline,
9 July 2025
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Doing so could stimulate economic growth, and would be warmly welcomed by the White House and investors.—
Hugh Cameron,
MSNBC Newsweek,
11 July 2025
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Examples include flashing notifications that make your phone jump and squeak, colorful rewards when others like your posts, and algorithms that push out the most emotional content to stimulate your most base emotions of anger, shame or glee.—
Lisa Schirch,
The Conversation,
7 July 2025
Verb
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This level carries a monthly charge of €14.99 or €149 per year.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
5 July 2025
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By comparison, in 2020, Joe Biden carried the same age group by a much wider margin, winning 61 percent to Trump's 36 percent.—
Martha McHardy,
MSNBC Newsweek,
5 July 2025
Verb
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Following the January departure of Flos B&B Italia’s chief executive officer, luxury veteran Daniel Lalonde, its new management has been focused on fortifying each firm in its portfolio before selling them off.—
Sofia Celeste,
Footwear News,
1 July 2025
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Its railing is fortified with plexiglass safety barriers to prevent children from climbing, according to USA Today.—
Theresa Braine,
New York Daily News,
30 June 2025
Noun
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Positive reinforcement builds morale—and reinforces the right habits.—
Masha Sedova,
Forbes.com,
30 June 2025
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A little positive reinforcement goes a long way and to say, ‘Hey, this is being noticed by guys all around the league.—
Scott Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
27 June 2025
Noun
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The royal joined her husband, Prince Albert II of Monaco, along with the couple’s two children, 10-year-old twins Princess Gabriella and Prince Jacques.—
Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
10 July 2025
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Typically, the ring bearer is a young boy or girl and is either the couple’s own child, a relative, or a close family friend.—
Shelby Wax,
Vogue,
10 July 2025
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Just the idea of a super-fight between generations has already stirred the pot.—
Brian Mazique,
Forbes.com,
12 July 2025
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Roast, stirring twice, until corn is browned, about 20 minutes.—
Katlyn Moncada,
Better Homes & Gardens,
11 July 2025
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“Brace.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/brace. Accessed 15 Jul. 2025.
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