braces

Example Sentences

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A series of yellow wind and snow warnings are set to take effect on Saturday afternoon as the country braces for a blustery Easter weekend.

From BBC • Apr. 4, 2026

Knee braces ranked highest overall, showing strong results in reducing pain, improving joint function, and easing stiffness.

From Science Daily • Mar. 30, 2026

Merck announced several merger deals last year as it braces for Keytruda to lose the protection of its main U.S. patent.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 3, 2026

He didn’t have any additional braces or wraps on his left leg, but he said he didn’t feel quite 100%.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 29, 2026

She braces herself for a double dose: “Love, love,” she says the words quickly.

From "How the García Girls Lost Their Accents" by Julia Alvarez