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Meanings of brace oneself for in English

Prepare mentally or emotionally for something unpleasant.

        Synonyms
        Examples for "steel oneself against"
        Examples for "steel oneself against"
        1
        Unfortunately, however, families rarely prepare for an aging parent's future care needs.
        Pubmed
        2
        He urged the public to prepare for severe weather conditions all week.
        Radio NZ
        3
        Ukraine's prime minister has given the order to prepare for supply cuts.
        Reuters
        4
        Both sides agreed to prepare for talks on a deal last year.
        Reuters
        5
        Times of peace are used to prepare for new wars, he thought.
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        Usage of brace oneself for in English
        1
        Why were his surprises always something one had to brace oneself for?
        The Memoirs of Cleopatra