What is another word for bracing up?
Pronunciation: [bɹˈe͡ɪsɪŋ ˈʌp] (IPA) 
Bracing up is a phrase that can be used in various contexts such as mentally preparing oneself, pulling up one's socks, or energizing oneself. There are many other synonyms that could be used instead of bracing up, such as buckling down, bolstering, invigorating, rejuvenating, revitalizing, re-energizing, perking up, strengthening, and fortifying. All of these words imply the sense of increasing one's energy level or motivation to perform a task or overcome a challenge. Each may be more applicable in some circumstances than in others, but all serve as alternatives to using the term bracing up.
