steeling

Example Sentences

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Mr. Wertman senses “a system steeling itself for impact.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 7, 2025

Three years wiser with two seasons of college competition steeling her nerves, Chiles put together a stellar qualification Sunday to exorcise her Olympic demons.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 30, 2024

And with the advanced warning, their fans globally had been steeling themselves for this moment.

From BBC • Dec. 12, 2023

At first, we’re steeling ourselves for an extended skit.

From New York Times • Jul. 6, 2023

He’s pushing down so hard on the chair, I fear it’s going to break, I’m steeling myself for the crack.

From "The Girl on the Train" by Paula Hawkins