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[breys] / breɪs /




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To brace for unexpected hiccups in your earnings or health, you need to plan for all scenarios rather than having a theoretical retirement date circled on your calendar.

From MarketWatch • May 29, 2026

James noted the large increase in fuel prices underscored "potential threats that still lurk for consumers and businesses", and the UK should brace for higher inflation.

From BBC • May 20, 2026

Still, inflation is expected to peak at 5.0% in the second quarter, well above the RBA’s target, and markets continue to brace for further rate hikes.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 15, 2026

If you’re hoping to nab tickets to the LA28 Olympics in the second drop coming in August, you might want to brace yourself.

From Los Angeles Times • May 7, 2026

I brace myself for Dad to get defensive, but he nods.

From "Keeping Pace" by Laurie Morrison




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