To prepare for something bad, such as an impact or blow. Example: All hands, brace for impact!
To place in a position for resisting pressure; to hold firmly. Example: He braced himself against the crowd.
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
To stop someone for questioning, usually said of police.
To confront with questions, demands or requests.
To furnish with braces; to support; to prop. Example: to brace a beam in a building
To draw tight; to tighten; to put in a state of tension; to strain; to strengthen. Example: to brace the nerves
To bind or tie closely; to fasten tightly.
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