braces

Example Sentences

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An unknowing visitor to the U.S. in 2026 might be forgiven for wondering why more Americans aren’t hobbling around in leg casts and wearing neck braces.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026

A new large-scale analysis has identified knee braces, water therapy, and exercise as the most effective non-drug options for managing knee osteoarthritis.

From Science Daily • Mar. 30, 2026

She also had fixed metal braces to her upper and lower teeth.

From BBC • Mar. 28, 2026

Harmon frequently treks through the desert, wearing ankle braces and an orange safety vest, chatting with Border Patrol agents who appear to have taken to her.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 1, 2026

William grinned, and his braces glinted under the fluorescent lights.

From "The Book of Unknown Americans" by Cristina Henríquez