brace (oneself) for (something)

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brace (oneself) for (something)

To physically or mentally prepare oneself for something, typically something that is imminent, in an attempt to limit any adverse impact. I braced myself for that big bump by holding onto the seat in front of me. I had braced myself for rejection, so hearing that I'd gotten the promotion was a very pleasant surprise!
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brace oneself for something

 
1. Lit. to hang onto something or prop oneself against something in preparation for something that might cause one to fall, blow away, wash away, etc. Hold onto the rail. Brace yourself. Here comes another huge wave.
2. Fig. to prepare for the shock or force of something. Brace yourself for a shock. As the boat leaned to the right, I braced myself for whatever might happen next.
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Zero Compression Back Brace provides trusted and supreme quality back brace for the ultimate relief of lower back pain.
Get Effective and Reliable Solution of Lower Back Pain with Zero Compression Back Brace
The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms recently clarified a ruling regarding SIG SAUER'S arm brace for AR-15 pistols.
Sig Sauer
After testing this brace for several weeks, I'm convinced it is the best pistol brace on the market--but then again it better be, for a starting price of $395.
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3D Systems announced today that it has successfully completed a pilot program for its new Bespoke Braces, a first of its kind, personalized, 3D printed brace for children and young adults with scoliosis.
United States : 3D Systems Unveils 3D printed Bespoke Braces for Chronic Condition Scoliosis
Subsequently, we have used this brace for ten additional patients with no observed complications.
A new brace for maintaining the neck in a suitable position following tracheal reconstruction
Those in the first group received an eight-week home exercise program; those in the second group were fitted with a semi-rigid ankle brace to wear during all sports activities for 12 months; and the third group did home exercise for eight weeks and wore the brace for eight weeks.
Ankle sprain treatment
All patients ultimately received 12 weeks of brace, and wore their brace for an average of 7.
Patellofemoral brace has benefits for kneecap OA
I really thought I was too old but I was fitted with an unobtrusive brace for just 11 months.
Brace yourself for perfect teeth; Having braces fitted is no longer just something for the young. Abbie Wightwick discovers that even people in their seventies are getting their teeth straightened
a leader in design, innovation, and manufacture of pediatric orthoses, recently announced the latest product developments to its bracing line--the DAFO 9, an improved night-stretching brace for greater patient comfort and the DAFO Floor Reaction for patients with excessive dorsiflexion.
Cascade Dafo announces new brace innovations
Colville et al (1986) examined the effectiveness of a functional knee brace for treatment of knee instability at 20 degree of flexion and reported that at 100 N anterior force, the tibial displacement decreased by 29% following bracing.
Arthrometric evaluation of stabilizing effect of knee functional bracing at different flexion angles
Former Post editor Jack Reedy, who worked with Brace for nearly 20 years, described him as modest and gentle in nature but one of the foremost literary editors in the country.
Ex-Post man dies, aged 75
In anticipation of the FUSION XT release, a substantial number of college football teams have already expressed intent to use the brace for the upcoming football season, and BREG is ramping up inventory to accommodate future needs.
BREG Introduces Its Newest Generation of Functional Braces, FUSION(TM) XT, at the AOSSM 2005 Annual Meeting; New Product Provides Optimum Protection, Superior Comfort and Unhindered Mobility
NYSE:DJO), a designer, manufacturer and marketer of products and services for the orthopedic sports medicine market, introduces the new Adjustable OA Defiance(TM) knee brace for active osteoarthritis (OA) patients.
dj Orthopedics' New Adjustable OA Defiance Knee Brace Provides Load Level Control for Active Osteoarthritis Patients
Andre continued, "We are quite pleased to now be able to offer to our customer base the Montana knee brace for the treatment of unicompartmental osteoarthritis.
ORTHOPEDIC TECHNOLOGY, INC. ACQUIRES OSTEOARTHRITIS KNEE BRACE MANUFACTURER; Acquisition Strategically Broadens Company's Product Line and Target Market
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