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as in stimulated
to give life, vigor, or spirit to
the pep talk braced the team up for the second half
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as in sustained
to hold up or serve as a foundation for
several boards braced the wall
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as in fortified
to prepare (oneself) mentally or emotionally
she braced herself for the job interview
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Recent Examples of braced
Jakob Roze, Health, 28 Dec. 2025
In maybe the most successful test of temporary flood walls, Tampa General Hospital escaped massive storm surge damage from Hurricane Milton in 2024 behind a 10 foot tall wall of braced aluminum panels made by AquaFence.
—Ashley Miznazi, Miami Herald, 24 Sep. 2025
He’s blessed with a tense, scrabbling physicality on screen, plus a baby-Brando glower beneath a head of striking blond curls, and Nemes directs him into a stance of braced, vulnerable defensiveness that serves the film’s purposes well — even if his character, too, wants for interior light.
—Guy Lodge, Variety, 28 Aug. 2025
Skyler Caruso, PEOPLE, 8 Jan. 2026
Aisha braced in anticipation of her next question.
—Literary Hub, 7 Jan. 2026
Hodges braced himself against a metal door frame to his right.
—Jamie Thompson, The Atlantic, 6 Jan. 2026
Barcelona are braced for a rocky start to 2026.
—Pol Ballús, New York Times, 3 Jan. 2026
Thousands braced the blustery winds and bone-chilling temperatures Thursday afternoon to celebrate Zohran Mamdani’s ceremonial swearing-in as New York City‘s 112th mayor.
—Rosemary Feitelberg, Footwear News, 1 Jan. 2026
In a case that both captivated and horrified the nation, details surrounding the brutality of Kohberger’s crimes quickly spread throughout social media as the Idaho community braced for a headline-grabbing trial, set for the fall of 2025.
—Julia Bonavita, FOXNews.com, 31 Dec. 2025
After hauling in his second reception of the game for a 13-yard gain, Flournoy fell to the ground and braced for a defensive player to simply touch him down.
—Nick Harris, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 23 Dec. 2025
Fernandez braced for the worst as doctors gathered around her and her daughter.
—Luis Pascal, Miami Herald, 28 Nov. 2025
Adjective
Then return the arm and leg to the start position while maintaining your braced core, then repeat on the opposite side.
—Jakob Roze, Health, 28 Dec. 2025
In maybe the most successful test of temporary flood walls, Tampa General Hospital escaped massive storm surge damage from Hurricane Milton in 2024 behind a 10 foot tall wall of braced aluminum panels made by AquaFence.
—Ashley Miznazi, Miami Herald, 24 Sep. 2025
He’s blessed with a tense, scrabbling physicality on screen, plus a baby-Brando glower beneath a head of striking blond curls, and Nemes directs him into a stance of braced, vulnerable defensiveness that serves the film’s purposes well — even if his character, too, wants for interior light.
—Guy Lodge, Variety, 28 Aug. 2025
Verb
While Glenn braced herself for backlash, the overwhelmingly positive reception felt like freedom.
—Skyler Caruso, PEOPLE, 8 Jan. 2026
Aisha braced in anticipation of her next question.
—Literary Hub, 7 Jan. 2026
Hodges braced himself against a metal door frame to his right.
—Jamie Thompson, The Atlantic, 6 Jan. 2026
Barcelona are braced for a rocky start to 2026.
—Pol Ballús, New York Times, 3 Jan. 2026
Thousands braced the blustery winds and bone-chilling temperatures Thursday afternoon to celebrate Zohran Mamdani’s ceremonial swearing-in as New York City‘s 112th mayor.
—Rosemary Feitelberg, Footwear News, 1 Jan. 2026
In a case that both captivated and horrified the nation, details surrounding the brutality of Kohberger’s crimes quickly spread throughout social media as the Idaho community braced for a headline-grabbing trial, set for the fall of 2025.
—Julia Bonavita, FOXNews.com, 31 Dec. 2025
After hauling in his second reception of the game for a 13-yard gain, Flournoy fell to the ground and braced for a defensive player to simply touch him down.
—Nick Harris, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 23 Dec. 2025
Fernandez braced for the worst as doctors gathered around her and her daughter.
—Luis Pascal, Miami Herald, 28 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for braced
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As for South Sudan, a senior United Nations official said earlier this week that the ongoing conflict in Sudan is causing destabilization in South Sudan, including armed clashes and food insecurity.—
Dan Gooding,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 Nov. 2025
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Espinal-Cantareo was involved in at least three armed home invasions at residences in Irving, Cedar Hill and Frisco, investigators said.—
Landon Mion , Brooke Taylor,
FOXNews.com,
7 Nov. 2025
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Many contests maintain that the frogs can be stimulated humanely to jump, such as someone blowing on them or clapping their hands behind them.—
Laura Schulte,
jsonline.com,
26 Dec. 2025
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They can also be stimulated by the absence of male toxicity.—
Seth Abramovitch,
HollywoodReporter,
22 Dec. 2025
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Two officers sustained injuries during the arrest and were treated at an urgent care center.—
Brie Stimson,
FOXNews.com,
8 Nov. 2025
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The researchers found that after 24 weeks, the adults taking enlicitide not only saw up to a 60% reduction in LDL cholesterol, but reductions were sustained through 52 weeks.—
Jacqueline Howard,
CNN Money,
8 Nov. 2025
Verb
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True happiness starts at home and is fortified by internal self-worth.—
Stephanie Nolasco , Ashley Papa,
FOXNews.com,
7 Nov. 2025
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His presence fortified the trail’s grapevine, with both hikers and people who live in the small towns that line the AT sharing news of his movements.—
Grayson Haver Currin,
Outside,
30 Oct. 2025
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Chives are also versatile and can be used as a topping for soups right before serving, in potato salad, or stirred into a compound butter.—
Aly Walansky,
Southern Living,
5 Jan. 2026
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The mission also stirred unrest among anti-intervention conservatives and drew criticism from congressional leaders left out of advance notice.—
Joseph Morton,
Dallas Morning News,
4 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Middleton first carried the Small Hudson bag from DeMellier in a rich mocha brown while attending Christmas Morning Service at Sandringham Estate.—
Emily Weaver,
PEOPLE,
10 Jan. 2026
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Bison have carried their stories, teachings, and responsibilities for centuries.—
Marissa Perlman,
CBS News,
10 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Trump has supported acting President Delcy Rodríguez, a longtime Maduro loyalist, who previously served as vice president under Maduro.—
Michael Sinkewicz,
FOXNews.com,
11 Jan. 2026
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Thank you to everyone who has supported us over the years.—
Nicholas Rice,
PEOPLE,
11 Jan. 2026
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The dialogue between past and present will be strengthened further with the opening of the Jewish Academy in the Westend district.—
CNT Editors,
Condé Nast Traveler,
7 Jan. 2026
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When Mars and Venus are both in cazimi — activated by the sun in Capricorn — relationships may undergo a reset where intentions are clarified and commitments are either strengthened or redefined.—
Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
6 Jan. 2026
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“Braced.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/braced. Accessed 11 Jan. 2026.
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