braces

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SINGAPORE—Singapore’s central bank tightened monetary policy settings for the first time in over three years as it braces for the economic fallout from the war in the Middle East.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 14, 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

Deep inside the mine, Ondro braces against “a wind that’s never seen the sky.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 26, 2026

Mom holds up a hand, and Maggie braces herself for a lecture.

From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith