braced

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As Iran braced for conflict with the U.S., a key regime financier built a secret payment network to keep money flowing to its military forces.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 22, 2026

On a February morning, when most of coastal New England is braced against the cold, Suzie Flores is frequently out on the water.

From BBC • Apr. 29, 2026

However, they also braced themselves for more disruption.

From Barron's • Apr. 22, 2026

I braced for a frustrating day and a high score.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 8, 2026

Aru braced herself for more tears and rain, but the palace seemed oddly at peace with this statement.

From "Aru Shah and the End of Time" by Roshani Chokshi