brace
Example Sentences
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“In this case, energy markets and economies around the world need to brace for significant disruptions in the months to come.”
From MarketWatch • Apr. 14, 2026
The Brazilian is a big-game player, too, scoring twice against Manchester City at Etihad Stadium in the last 16 and grabbing another brace in the Madrid derby win over Atletico before the international break.
From BBC • Mar. 31, 2026
Germany's beleaguered state railway operator Deutsche Bahn said Friday its losses widened last year and warned passengers to brace for less-than-perfect service for years to come.
From Barron's • Mar. 27, 2026
The kind of bite where your lips pull back, your teeth barely touch the thing, and you brace for impact.
From Salon • Mar. 17, 2026
And I did damage some of the other tendons and ligaments around my knee, so I will need to wear a brace and use crutches again, at least for a little while.
From "The Sea in Winter" by Christine Day
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