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
Evan Clark, Footwear News, 28 Jan. 2026
The classic styles run from Sercial, the driest and most bracing, through Verdelho, which sits in the medium-dry range, to Boal (or Bual) for medium-sweet wines, and Malvasia (often labeled Malmsey) at the richest end of the spectrum.
—Lauren Mowery, Forbes.com, 22 Jan. 2026
Matt Egan, CNN Money, 18 May 2026
Miami-Dade is bracing for another potentially record-breaking sargassum season, with the smelly brown seaweed already piling up on local beaches.
—Amy Reyes, Miami Herald, 18 May 2026
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Adjective
That proved to be more bracing than encouraging.
—Evan Clark, Footwear News, 28 Jan. 2026
The classic styles run from Sercial, the driest and most bracing, through Verdelho, which sits in the medium-dry range, to Boal (or Bual) for medium-sweet wines, and Malvasia (often labeled Malmsey) at the richest end of the spectrum.
—Lauren Mowery, Forbes.com, 22 Jan. 2026
Verb
All of this helps explain why some energy market veterans are now bracing for a new round of fighting in the standoff with Iran.
—Matt Egan, CNN Money, 18 May 2026
Miami-Dade is bracing for another potentially record-breaking sargassum season, with the smelly brown seaweed already piling up on local beaches.
—Amy Reyes, Miami Herald, 18 May 2026
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Relive your days of jumping off rope swings amid stands of cypress trees in Texas Hill Country, or simply enjoy a refreshing dip after a hike in New Hampshire's White Mountains.—
Talia Avakian,
Travel + Leisure,
14 May 2026
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Alcohol While a cold glass of beer or a mixed drink may feel refreshing in the moment, alcohol dehydrates you.—
Carrie Madormo,
Verywell Health,
14 May 2026
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This could be the postprandial transmission of the gut hormone glucagon-like peptide-1, or GLP-1, which signals fullness to the brain, or oestrogen from the ovaries, which is sent to pubertal breast tissue, stimulating it to grow.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
20 May 2026
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For CEOs, CHROs, and transformation leads wrestling with AI disruption, hybrid work, and unrelenting competition, The Octopus Organization is stimulating reading.—
Steve Denning,
Forbes.com,
17 May 2026
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At the time, the rapid adoption of personal email, internet access, and electronic payment, along with the emergence of e-commerce, had convinced me that technology would become more essential to powering our flywheel and sustaining our momentum and long-term prosperity.—
Clifford Hudson,
Forbes.com,
22 May 2026
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Sales have slowed in China, the biggest market, but exports are still rising, and manufacturers are betting on ultra-fast charging as a way of sustaining adoption momentum, Wood Mackenzie noted.—
Semafor Events,
semafor.com,
22 May 2026
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Butka’s arrival continues a growing trend this offseason at Boise State, which is fortifying its inside game with taller, stronger bodies.—
Shaun Goodwin,
Idaho Statesman,
29 Apr. 2026
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Think of calcium as fortifying fertilizer for your bones.—
Holly Carter,
PEOPLE,
22 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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The right questions up front are the difference between a restorative stay and an overpriced weekend of marketing.—
Hanna Wickes,
Miami Herald,
23 May 2026
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Spa-like bathrooms feature restorative Perricone MD amenities, soaking tubs, rain-showers, and more.—
Fairchild Studio,
Footwear News,
23 May 2026
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Return to a boil, gently stirring the gnocchi to prevent sticking.—
Kate Williams,
AJC.com,
18 May 2026
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Set aside at room temperature, uncovered, stirring occasionally, until sugar dissolves and mixture is syrupy, about 30 minutes.—
Erin Merhar,
Southern Living,
18 May 2026
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Thailand’s core offering to international producers is a 30% cash rebate that Kangvalkulkij describes as carrying no spending cap and no cultural test – meaning productions are not required to incorporate Thai content.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
22 May 2026
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The Boeing 787, which was carrying 231 passengers and 12 crew members, later continued to Chicago, the airline said.—
Christopher Edwards,
PEOPLE,
22 May 2026
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Lean on your network Rather than spending all their time on applications, job seekers should prioritize making and strengthening connections, according to Gavin.—
Sophie Caldwell,
CNBC,
19 May 2026
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Improving wall sit performance comes from consistent practice, proper form, and strengthening the quads, glutes, and core.—
Christa Sgobba,
Health,
19 May 2026
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“Bracing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bracing. Accessed 24 May. 2026.
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