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as in supports
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 pairs
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 stimulates
to give life, vigor, or spirit to
the pep talk braced the team up for the second half
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as in carries
to hold up or serve as a foundation for
several boards braced the wall
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as in fortifies
to prepare (oneself) mentally or emotionally
she braced herself for the job interview
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Recent Examples of braces
Raven Brunner, PEOPLE, 10 May 2026
Sleeves, braces and more available.
—ABC News, 18 Apr. 2026
As a child, Smith used crutches and leg braces.
—John Beifuss, USA Today, 15 Apr. 2026
Many of the braces were shipped to beneficiaries who neither requested nor needed them, the DOJ said.
—Sergio Candido, CBS News, 14 Apr. 2026
Another complaint said a woman in a wheelchair received braces from the company but did not order them and can’t use them due to her mobility issues.
—Angie Dimichele, Sun Sentinel, 14 Apr. 2026
Both are out of bulky knee braces, though they aren’t expected to be on the field until fall camp.
—Kirk Kenney, San Diego Union-Tribune, 9 Apr. 2026
This exoskeleton, from the French company Wandercraft, is one of the first to let the user walk without arm braces or crutches, which most other models require to stabilize the user’s upper body.
—IEEE Spectrum, 1 Apr. 2026
One look at Pacas’ fresh face, complete with a smile still full of braces, and those years may not seem so far away for this 19-year-old.
—Maya Georgi, Rolling Stone, 25 Mar. 2026
Ben Noll, Washington Post, 24 Apr. 2026
While Silicon Valley braces for overnight layoffs, is China faring any better?
—Evelyn Cheng, CNBC, 6 Apr. 2026
Vietnam’s airlines are suspending some domestic routes as the country braces for jet fuel shortages.
—Nicholas Gordon, Fortune, 29 Mar. 2026
Whenever the weather changes suddenly, or the skyline becomes shrouded in a windy haze, Fernanda Camarillo braces herself for an asthma attack.
—Los Angeles Times, 23 Mar. 2026
But the $110 billion sale of WBD to Paramount that Zaslav has orchestrated hung over the festivities, as the industry braces for the thousands of layoffs that will result from the consolidation.
—Brent Lang, Variety, 17 Mar. 2026
As South Florida braces for yet another spring break tourist deluge, here are 85 restaurants, bars and food trucks spanning Broward to Palm Beach counties waiting to serve them all with spotless kitchens.
—Phillip Valys, Sun Sentinel, 2 Mar. 2026
The office is intended to make more of those second chances possible as North Texas braces for decades of job growth.
—Wilborn P. Nobles Iii, Dallas Morning News, 27 Feb. 2026
Zoo braces for impact Relatively speaking, the Ichikawa City Zoo is a small institution, home to about 44 different types of mammals, birds and reptiles, according to the zoo's website.
—Greta Cross, USA Today, 25 Feb. 2026
Noun
French defrauded Medicare and CHAMPVA by billing the programs for orthotic braces through his own eight durable medical equipment (DME) supply companies.
—Raven Brunner, PEOPLE, 10 May 2026
Sleeves, braces and more available.
—ABC News, 18 Apr. 2026
As a child, Smith used crutches and leg braces.
—John Beifuss, USA Today, 15 Apr. 2026
Many of the braces were shipped to beneficiaries who neither requested nor needed them, the DOJ said.
—Sergio Candido, CBS News, 14 Apr. 2026
Another complaint said a woman in a wheelchair received braces from the company but did not order them and can’t use them due to her mobility issues.
—Angie Dimichele, Sun Sentinel, 14 Apr. 2026
Both are out of bulky knee braces, though they aren’t expected to be on the field until fall camp.
—Kirk Kenney, San Diego Union-Tribune, 9 Apr. 2026
This exoskeleton, from the French company Wandercraft, is one of the first to let the user walk without arm braces or crutches, which most other models require to stabilize the user’s upper body.
—IEEE Spectrum, 1 Apr. 2026
One look at Pacas’ fresh face, complete with a smile still full of braces, and those years may not seem so far away for this 19-year-old.
—Maya Georgi, Rolling Stone, 25 Mar. 2026
Verb
Local officials were assessing the extent of the damage and impact — as the region braces for more possible tornadoes in the days ahead.
—Ben Noll, Washington Post, 24 Apr. 2026
While Silicon Valley braces for overnight layoffs, is China faring any better?
—Evelyn Cheng, CNBC, 6 Apr. 2026
Vietnam’s airlines are suspending some domestic routes as the country braces for jet fuel shortages.
—Nicholas Gordon, Fortune, 29 Mar. 2026
Whenever the weather changes suddenly, or the skyline becomes shrouded in a windy haze, Fernanda Camarillo braces herself for an asthma attack.
—Los Angeles Times, 23 Mar. 2026
But the $110 billion sale of WBD to Paramount that Zaslav has orchestrated hung over the festivities, as the industry braces for the thousands of layoffs that will result from the consolidation.
—Brent Lang, Variety, 17 Mar. 2026
As South Florida braces for yet another spring break tourist deluge, here are 85 restaurants, bars and food trucks spanning Broward to Palm Beach counties waiting to serve them all with spotless kitchens.
—Phillip Valys, Sun Sentinel, 2 Mar. 2026
The office is intended to make more of those second chances possible as North Texas braces for decades of job growth.
—Wilborn P. Nobles Iii, Dallas Morning News, 27 Feb. 2026
Zoo braces for impact Relatively speaking, the Ichikawa City Zoo is a small institution, home to about 44 different types of mammals, birds and reptiles, according to the zoo's website.
—Greta Cross, USA Today, 25 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for braces
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The roughly 4,470-square-foot residence in the exclusive Haven Hill neighborhood is engineered with a steel structure that cantilevers over the hillside without visible corner supports.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
11 May 2026
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The district has had to evaluate all areas of spending and make challenging decisions in an effort to maintain overall fiscal stability while preserving core academic programming and student supports.—
Lisa Rozner,
CBS News,
8 May 2026
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The Oakton recruit continued his strong play Monday, producing a pair of hits and three RBIs to lead the host Vikings to an 11-4 win over Brother Rice in Burbank that clinched the Catholic League Blue title.—
Steve Millar,
Chicago Tribune,
12 May 2026
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The pair, who have been identified only as a couple by authorities, were part of a group of 18 Americans evacuated from the cruise ship on Monday.—
Dan Raby,
CBS News,
12 May 2026
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Lion’s mane stimulates nerve growth factor and neurogenesis, enhances memory, focus, clarity and mood, and chaga mushrooms can enhance physical performance, oxygen utilization and give an endurance boost.—
Ryan Brennan
May 6,
Sacbee.com,
6 May 2026
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Initially, coffee may cause a temporary increase in blood pressure because caffeine stimulates the nervous system.—
Kristen Gasnick,
Verywell Health,
6 May 2026
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And downtown on Michigan Avenue, Water Tower Place, once the anchor of Chicago’s Magnificent Mile, carries its own laundry list of troubles after years of financial losses and the closure of several major tenants.—
Audrey Pachuta,
Chicago Tribune,
9 May 2026
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In Colorado, with its extreme weather swings, aging homes, and rising insurance landscape, that advice carries extra weight.—
Sara B. Hansen,
Denver Post,
9 May 2026
Verb
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What fortifies it the most is an appearance from Williams’ grandfather midway through the song.—
Larisha Paul,
Rolling Stone,
2 May 2026
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Excited yet anxious over the prospect of reconnecting with the man that got away, the pair fortifies themselves with cocktails and bubbly during a boozy dinner.—
Brent Lang,
Variety,
20 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Colorado could also get reinforcements on defense.—
Michael Russo,
New York Times,
11 May 2026
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Snell and Betts are not the only reinforcements on the way.—
Bill Shaikin,
Los Angeles Times,
9 May 2026
Noun
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Rival ranch owner Beulah Jackson (Annette Bening) and her family won’t make things easy, but Rip and Beth remain one of the toughest couples on television.—
Jennifer Borresen,
USA Today,
13 May 2026
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Contributions are not tax-deductible, and this year can be made by couples filing jointly with taxable income up to $242,000 ($153,000 for singles) and are limited to $7,500 a year ($8,600 for those 50 and older).—
Business Columnist,
Los Angeles Times,
12 May 2026
Verb
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The devices, about the size of a microwave, charge when electricity demand is low and then run the AC for a few hours when demand spikes.—
Kiki Sideris,
Los Angeles Times,
13 May 2026
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That is how hard Lancers outside hitter Sam Utu spikes the ball.—
Steve Fryer,
Oc Register,
10 May 2026
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“Braces.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/braces. Accessed 14 May. 2026.
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