steeled
Example Sentences
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As Gulf allies brace for more retaliation, energy markets steeled themselves for another economic hit, and traffic through the strait is once again stalling.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 9, 2026
In particular, he steeled himself during a third round when he kept missing fairways but managed to save par after par.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 21, 2026
Belfast steeled itself Wednesday for a second night of violence directed at immigrants in Northern Ireland, unrest that authorities say is being stoked by far-right activists on social media.
From Barron's ● Jun. 10, 2026
Wesley Yates III wiped the sweat already pouring from his forehead and steeled himself for the 40 brutal minutes to come.
From Los Angeles Times ● Feb. 11, 2025
He walked at a steady pace, his eyes steeled in the distance beyond George.
From "George" by Alex Gino
