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braces

[brey-siz] / ˈbreɪ sɪz /


NOUN
suspenders
Synonyms


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A series of yellow wind and snow warnings are set to take effect on Saturday afternoon as the country braces for a blustery Easter weekend.

From BBC • Apr. 4, 2026

Knee braces ranked highest overall, showing strong results in reducing pain, improving joint function, and easing stiffness.

From Science Daily • Mar. 30, 2026

As the global conflict continues and the industry braces itself for even higher fuel prices, United unveiled a new product this week that it hopes will help boost demand.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 28, 2026

Merck announced several merger deals last year as it braces for Keytruda to lose the protection of its main U.S. patent.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 3, 2026

She had braces, and the elastics were pink, the same as her hair.

From "P.S. I Miss You" by Jen Petro-Roy




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