brace

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

Read: Natural-gas prices see ‘historic’ surge as U.S. braces for winter storm.

From MarketWatch

Australian Open organisers urged fans to drink plenty of water and stay in the shade as the tournament braces for a freak heatwave on Tuesday with temperatures set to soar as high as 45C.

From Barron's

Even in a bulky knee brace, Izzard goes all out in the final act duel between Hamlet and Laertes.

From Los Angeles Times

Across the United States, millions are bracing for a sprawling winter storm that is disrupting travel, threatening power infrastructure and sending temperatures plunging well below freezing.

From Salon

Players, fans and tournament organisers are braced for highs of 40C in the late afternoon, which could see play suspended.

From Barron's