steeling

Example Sentences

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The challenge of steeling Taiwan against a blockade starts with energy, in particular the liquefied natural gas used to generate nearly half of Taiwan’s electricity.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 8, 2025

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

From BBC • Jul. 15, 2025

I’ve been steeling myself to face an empty nest for months now, but in many ways she is already gone.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 12, 2024

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

“It’s not about another woman, Obinze,” Kosi said, rising to her feet, her voice steeling, her eyes hardening.

From "Americanah" by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie