braces

American

[brey-siz] / ˈbreɪ sɪz /

plural noun

Orthodontics. brace.
Chiefly British. suspenders.

braces British

/ ˈbreɪsɪz /

plural noun

US and Canadian word: suspenders. a pair of straps worn over the shoulders by men for holding up the trousers

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The study compared 12 different therapies, including laser therapy, electrical stimulation, knee braces, insoles, kinesiology tape, water-based therapy, exercise, and ultrasound.

From Science Daily • Mar. 30, 2026

She also had fixed metal braces to her upper and lower teeth.

From BBC • Mar. 28, 2026

Merck announced several merger deals last year as it braces for Keytruda to lose the protection of its main U.S. patent.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 3, 2026

He didn’t have any additional braces or wraps on his left leg, but he said he didn’t feel quite 100%.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 29, 2026

When these braces come off, will I still look like the other Edith?

From "I Can Make This Promise" by Christine Day

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