steeling

VERB

prepare oneself

Synonyms

STRONGEST

brace fortify gird

STRONG

animate cheer embolden encourage harden hearten inspirit prepare rally ready reinforce strengthen

WEAK

buck up grit teeth make up one's mind

Antonyms

STRONGEST

let go weaken

STRONG

bring down depress discourage dishearten dissuade

WEAK

fail

Example Sentences

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When lenders quietly rewrite the rules of engagement, or demand all-for-one consent before lien subordination, it signals a system steeling itself for impact.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 27, 2025

He takes several deep breaths, steeling himself, then walks slowly up to the stump.

From BBC • Jul. 15, 2025

But now Thomas stood with his right toe on the stripe, steeling himself for two of the biggest free throws of USC’s season to date.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 28, 2025

Tommy Pham, one of three Mets to have one hit, was caught steeling by catcher Jake Rogers in the second inning.

From Seattle Times • May 4, 2023

But I see him steeling himself against this fate, and I know that I have to be strong enough, and good enough, if he is going to sacrifice himself for us all.

From "Allegiant" by Veronica Roth