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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,
The Orlando Sentinel,
21 June 2026
Authorities said the operation used call centers to steer patients toward medically unnecessary orthopedic braces.
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Michael Sinkewicz,
FOXNews.com,
20 June 2026
ABC News,
22 June 2026
Central Mexico’s Querétaro state produces lovely sparkling wines with bracing acidity, a product of the vineyards’ high elevation.
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Sam Stone,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
22 June 2026
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As all sides brace for a labor fight this winter, the solution remains uncertain.
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Cody Stavenhagen,
The Orlando Sentinel,
21 June 2026
Authorities said the operation used call centers to steer patients toward medically unnecessary orthopedic braces.
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Michael Sinkewicz,
FOXNews.com,
20 June 2026
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Wine trends also have favored boozy and bracing styles, a hard sell for folks used to sipping hard seltzers at the club.
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ABC News,
22 June 2026
Central Mexico’s Querétaro state produces lovely sparkling wines with bracing acidity, a product of the vineyards’ high elevation.
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Sam Stone,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
22 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for brace
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Overall, half of Americans (50%) support displaying the Ten Commandments in classrooms, including 83% of White evangelicals and 72% of Republicans.
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Trailing 3-1 in the third, Ohtani provided his own run support, singling to center to score Alex Freeland from second after the Dodgers infielder had led off with a double.
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Barrel jeans continue to dominate the denim conversation, and this floral pair is a fun twist on the trend.
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Larys convinced Aegon to ride out the Dance of the Dragons in Essos, but the pair doesn’t make it as far as Duskendale before they’re intercepted by Rhaenyra’s soldiers.
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Inside, soy proteins repair and strengthen, copper peptides stimulate keratin production–aka the protein that fortifies and minimizes frizz–and pro-B vitamins amplify fullness.
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Deadheading spent blooms will stimulate the plant to produce more flowers.
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Once, there was a showdown with another tour bus — one presumably not carrying theatergoers.
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The spacious purse comes with two strap options, so it can also be carried as a crossbody.
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MonthiraYodtiwong/Getty Images Few sources of income are as legally fortified as a federal disability check.
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The Greens made a key alliance with the Triarchy to fortify its naval forces.
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The left-hander had originally been viewed as a potential midseason reinforcement for a team with postseason aspirations.
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That’s likely to change in Season 3, now that both factions have added key reinforcements.
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At a red light, he’s gunned down by a couple of guys on a dirtbike.
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That happened a couple more times.
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On and on, these songs stir the soul.
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In fact, NBCUniversal is wading into the buzz round Polymarket, Kalshi and other prediction market services that have stirred controversy.
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“Brace.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/brace. Accessed 27 Jun. 2026.
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