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
Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 8 Mar. 2024
Their more bracing bitterness plays well in spicy foods, such as fajitas, or rich ones, such as pizza.
—Becky Krystal, Washington Post, 14 Oct. 2023
Jason Fields, Newsweek, 5 Dec. 2024
Civilians are bracing themselves for aerial bombardments.
—Mark R. Weaver, Newsweek, 4 Dec. 2024
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Its pale green color is the natural result of steeping lemon balm and hyssop in the spirit, and it’s bottled at a bracing 130 proof.
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Meanwhile, other portions of the country are also bracing for winter weather conditions especially the Great Lakes region.
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What seem like a rote story, though, takes a big dramatic, emotional turnaround that is refreshing and unique.Randy Myers, The Mercury News, 29 Nov. 2024
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There are three different captivating and refreshing scents: santal and vetiver, bergamot and hinoki, and black rose and oud.Nicole Pyles, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 Nov. 2024
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In addition, research suggests that stimulating the vagus nerve can decrease intestinal permeability in IBD and other gastrointestinal disorders.Stacey Colino, TIME, 10 Dec. 2024
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Studies in mice and rats with partial spinal cord injuries showed that stimulating these neurons improved the animals’ ability to walk, paving the way for the current trials in humans.Michael Irving, New Atlas, 8 Dec. 2024
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McCaffrey played in four games this season before sustaining a season-ending PCL injury.Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 9 Dec. 2024
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These particles, often generated as byproducts of the fusion reactions, play a crucial role in sustaining the plasma temperature and overall efficiency.Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 7 Dec. 2024
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Stevenson can also boast about how her brainchild has produced generations of students heading into careers in law and social work who are imbued with the program’s restorative spirit.Robert Salonga, The Mercury News, 8 Dec. 2024
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Shop restorative skincare from Prakti and Glow Recipe, makeup from Merit Beauty, and more of our top picks before prices return to normal.Nicola Fumo, People.com, 1 Dec. 2024
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Add carrots and cook, stirring occasionally, until just tender, 6 to 8 minutes.Liv Dansky, Southern Living, 10 Dec. 2024
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In the meantime, Venus in Aquarius is stirring things up in your 12th house of the subconscious, making this a great time for self-reflection.Valerie Mesa, People.com, 10 Dec. 2024
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This complication features a three-armed carousel, each arm carrying a block with four-hour numerals.Bhanu Chopra, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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Mangione was also initially charged in Pennsylvania with forgery, carrying firearms without a license, tampering with records or identification, possessing instruments of a crime and providing false identification to law enforcement.Molly Bohannon, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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This one-stop-shop approach eliminates the need for fragmented solutions, further strengthening its market position.Emil Sayegh, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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Based on my experience guiding companies through strengthening their privacy practices, here are four steps to consider.Jodi Daniels, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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Founder and visionary Gabrielle Chanel collaborated with the leading filmmakers of her time, drawing inspiration from and supporting her fellow artistic peers.Rachel Marlowe, Vogue, 11 Dec. 2024
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Thank you for supporting The Atlantic.Tajja Isen, The Atlantic, 11 Dec. 2024
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“Bracing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bracing. Accessed 14 Dec. 2024.
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