steeled
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Whether because of his renewed focus, or because of a desire among players to make amends, it steeled the group to make history.
From BBC ● Sep. 30, 2026
I understood that it was not culturally acceptable in Russia to confront an older person of authority, so I steeled myself.
From Salon ● Sep. 19, 2026
As Gulf allies brace for more retaliation, energy markets steeled themselves for another economic hit, and traffic through the strait is once again stalling.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 9, 2026
Belfast steeled itself Wednesday for a second night of violence directed at immigrants in Northern Ireland, unrest that authorities say is being stoked by far-right activists on social media.
From Barron's ● Jun. 10, 2026
Just as he had steeled himself against replying, Gregor thought of the last two years, seven months, and, was it fifteen days now?
From "Gregor the Overlander" by Suzanne Collins
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