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
Christopher Knight, Los Angeles Times, 10 June 2024
Here is a clear-eyed survey of what ails ocean life, shaped by Scales’s own experience and a bracing look at what’s being done.
—Christopher Borrelli, Chicago Tribune, 5 June 2024
Hannah Parry, Newsweek, 23 Dec. 2024
What Happens Next Authorities are bracing for even higher numbers as political instability in the region drives more people to attempt the perilous journey across the sea.
—Gord Magill, Newsweek, 21 Dec. 2024
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Adjective
The differences between what the proofs indicate Goya originally intended and what finally appeared in the bracing first edition, which wasn’t printed until 35 years after his death, can surprise.
—Christopher Knight, Los Angeles Times, 10 June 2024
Here is a clear-eyed survey of what ails ocean life, shaped by Scales’s own experience and a bracing look at what’s being done.
—Christopher Borrelli, Chicago Tribune, 5 June 2024
Verb
In Alaska, some areas are bracing for eight inches of snow, plus strong winds of up to 45 mph, prompting the National Weather Service (NWS) to caution drivers to go slow and keep safe.
—Hannah Parry, Newsweek, 23 Dec. 2024
What Happens Next Authorities are bracing for even higher numbers as political instability in the region drives more people to attempt the perilous journey across the sea.
—Gord Magill, Newsweek, 21 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for bracing
Adjective
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But the wind speed itself is refreshing even at that level.—
Nashia Baker,
Architectural Digest,
29 Apr. 2025
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The choreography is refreshing but might be more so with a little more restraint.—
Charles McNulty,
Los Angeles Times,
28 Apr. 2025
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But at the time, the theory that providing children with stimulating activities would help them more than rote learning and academic drills was revolutionary.—
Sonja Anderson,
Smithsonian Magazine,
6 Jan. 2025
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For only the second time in at least a decade, top leaders last month made stimulating spending and domestic demand their top priority in 2025.—
Amanda Gerut,
Fortune Asia,
3 Jan. 2025
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The falling birth rate is a concern in terms of sustaining economic development and the provision of support for large numbers of elderly people in the future.—
George Monastiriakos,
Newsweek,
31 Dec. 2024
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While many artists can easily build a brand and fandom on social media, and then release music across streaming platforms without a major record label deal, managing and sustaining an entire career takes more know-how.—
Andrea Zarczynski,
Forbes,
31 Dec. 2024
Adjective
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The following are the best cities in Europe for travelers specifically looking for a properly restorative and restful trip abroad: 1.—
Kaitlyn McInnis,
Forbes.com,
26 Apr. 2025
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Women also tend to have deeper, more restorative sleep than men, but this tends to decrease with age, especially after menopause.6 After age 55, women report more sleepiness than men.7 Sleep Disorders Women are generally more likely to experience sleep disorders than men.—
Sherri Gordon,
Health,
21 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Add the 3 ½ tablespoons butter and, stirring continuously, cook until the caramel reaches 238 degrees, 15 to 20 minutes more.—
Kelly Brant,
arkansasonline.com,
7 Jan. 2025
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Bring to a boil over medium-high heat and cook uncovered without stirring.—
Kelly Brant,
arkansasonline.com,
7 Jan. 2025
Verb
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The SpaceX Dragon vehicle carrying the four spacefarers selected for a mission known as Crew-10 successfully docked at the orbital outpost about 28 hours after launching from Florida.—
Eric Lagatta,
USA TODAY,
16 Mar. 2025
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But Miami Heat coach Erik Spoelstra insists the ethos remains, even at times such as these, with his team carrying a seven-game losing streak and 29-38 record into Monday night’s game against the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden.—
Ira Winderman,
Sun Sentinel,
16 Mar. 2025
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This means not only strengthening technical defenses but also fostering a culture of security awareness at every level.—
Bernard Marr,
Forbes,
8 Jan. 2025
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This dynamic fosters mutual respect and curiosity, strengthening the overall mentorship culture within the organization.—
Dr. Diane Hamilton,
Forbes,
8 Jan. 2025
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The design is intended to spur students to leave their rooms and connect with their fellow students, supporting physical and mental health.—
Jeffrey Steele,
Forbes,
31 Dec. 2024
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Carter asked Davis to come out of retirement—again—to help lead the process of enacting the speed limit into law and supporting its nationwide promotion.—
Doug Melville,
Forbes,
31 Dec. 2024
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“Bracing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bracing. Accessed 4 May. 2025.
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