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Discover LudwigThe phrase "steeling myself for" is correct and usable in written English.
It is typically used when preparing oneself emotionally or mentally for something challenging or difficult. Example: "I am steeling myself for the tough conversation I need to have with my boss."
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I'm steeling myself for 300 nights away from Chappaqua..
I opened the book, steeling myself for disaster.
I am in the Chateau Marmont hotel in West Hollywood, steeling myself for Rebel Wilson's arrival.
I was steeling myself for my only remaining option: an anonymous donor from a sperm bank.
Her rage was incandescent; I was steeling myself for righteous fury when she was knocked down by a car.
I got up from my desk and marched toward the door, steeling myself for an unhappy fruit-related confrontation.
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I steeled myself for some tricky maneuvering.
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