as in refreshing
having a renewing effect on the state of the body or mind
a chilly but bracing day
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as in stimulating
to give life, vigor, or spirit to
the pep talk braced the team up for the second half
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as in sustaining
to hold up or serve as a foundation for
several boards braced the wall
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as in fortifying
to prepare (oneself) mentally or emotionally
she braced herself for the job interview
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Recent Examples of bracing
Martha Stewart,
6 Feb. 2026
Amid the nods to social media and cancel culture and the shallow perils of modern celebrity, the image of Taylor-Joy’s disciplined group of insurgents, who speak in almost archaic, poetic dialogue, strikes a bracing contrast.
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Bilge Ebiri,
Vulture,
5 Feb. 2026
Aaa - Mountain Group,
Sacbee.com,
30 June 2026
With SpaceX’s historic initial public offering minting a small army of new millionaires overnight, the Southern California housing market is bracing for a big wave of buyers looking to upgrade their digs or perhaps snag a second home, potentially driving up prices in some in-demand neighborhoods.
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Roger Vincent,
Los Angeles Times,
29 June 2026
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Adjective
This fortified wine, which gets its complex flavor from a blend of botanicals, adds depth to this cocktail, softening the bracing intensity of the base spirit and making for a delightfully smooth drink.
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Martha Stewart,
6 Feb. 2026
Amid the nods to social media and cancel culture and the shallow perils of modern celebrity, the image of Taylor-Joy’s disciplined group of insurgents, who speak in almost archaic, poetic dialogue, strikes a bracing contrast.
—
Bilge Ebiri,
Vulture,
5 Feb. 2026
Verb
America’s highways are bracing for record-breaking traffic this Fourth Of July weekend.
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Aaa - Mountain Group,
Sacbee.com,
30 June 2026
With SpaceX’s historic initial public offering minting a small army of new millionaires overnight, the Southern California housing market is bracing for a big wave of buyers looking to upgrade their digs or perhaps snag a second home, potentially driving up prices in some in-demand neighborhoods.
—
Roger Vincent,
Los Angeles Times,
29 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for bracing
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Ahead, everything to know about this beachside favorite, along with refreshing ways to style this timeless look all summer long.
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The arils are deep ruby-red in color and have a sweet yet slightly tart flavor that many people find refreshing.
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The process involved suctioning the newborn's airway and stimulating him.
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The addition of crushed silicate rock such as basalt to the soil can improve tree nutrition in two ways, either by stimulating tree growth via directly releasing nutrients into the soil, or by increasing soil PH.
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Gifford had to have a follow-up hip surgery after sustaining a fracture from being too physically active in her condition, People noted.
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The training package included in the contract is expected to prepare Polish crews and technical personnel for operating and sustaining the new fleet over its service life.
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Formerly the Vice President of Global Brand and Marketing at Amazon, Cheever is now fortifying Pinterest’s position at the intersection of culture, commerce, and technology.
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And the image of that postgame gathering became emblematic of the bond that’s fortifying this USMNT.
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But mostly, this trek through emotionally rocky territory is a solitary mission, and Marina’s navigation of it gives Romería its quiet, restorative power.
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Given how scarring those early eliminations were at Russia 2018 and Qatar 2022, their advancement alone has some restorative worth.
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Bring to a gentle simmer and cook for 10–15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened.
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Simmer beans, stirring occasionally, until bubbling and thickened, about 5 minutes.
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Demonstrators express frustration Protesters marching through Johannesburg’s city center Tuesday included young men carrying traditional fighting sticks and women of all ages.
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Dark figures were darting through the shadows—Germans were carrying sacks and pillows to their building.
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Yes, rucking can improve posture by strengthening the upper back, shoulders and core muscles that hold your spine upright.
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Machine learning systems can identify suspicious patterns and behavioral anomalies in real time, strengthening both fraud prevention and member protection.
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“Bracing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bracing. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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