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brace oneself
B2

to prepare oneself for something difficult or unpleasant that is about to happen.

Meanings

to prepare oneself for something difficult or unpleasant that is about to happen.

She braced herself for the bad news.

Synonyms

prepare oneselfsteel oneselfget ready

Antonyms

relaxunprepare

to physically support oneself against something to prevent falling or being moved.

He braced himself against the wall during the earthquake.

Synonyms

support oneselfsteady oneself

Antonyms

let gorelease

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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:51