verb
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To prepare for something bad, such as an impact or blow.
example
All hands, brace for impact!
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To place in a position for resisting pressure; to hold firmly.
example
He braced himself against the crowd.
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To swing round the yards of a square rigged ship, using braces, to present a more efficient sail surface to the direction of the wind.
example
to brace the yards
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To stop someone for questioning, usually said of police.
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To confront with questions, demands or requests.
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To furnish with braces; to support; to prop.
example
to brace a beam in a building
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To draw tight; to tighten; to put in a state of tension; to strain; to strengthen.
example
to brace the nerves
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To bind or tie closely; to fasten tightly.