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steady oneself
[/ˈstɛdi wʌnˈsɛlf/]
verb phrase
equilibrar-se
1.
To regain one's balance or composure after feeling unsteady or disturbed
She grabbed the railing to steady herself after the ship rocked.
Ela agarrou o corrimão para se equilibrar depois que o navio balançou.
2.
To calm oneself or regain emotional control
He took a deep breath to steady himself before the interview.
Ele respirou fundo para se acalmar antes da entrevista.
3.
To stabilize one's physical position or stance
The athlete steadied herself on the balance beam.
A atleta se estabilizou na trave de equilíbrio.
Synonyms
regain balance
compose oneself
calm down
stabilize
brace oneself
collect oneself
Antonyms
lose balance
stumble
falter
destabilize
panic
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
equilibrar-se
Most commonly used; also 'acalmar-se' for emotional steadying
Rio de Janeiro
se equilibrar
Casual usage; commonly heard in spoken Portuguese
São Paulo
se firmar
Alternative expression; slightly more formal
Portugal
estabilizar-se
Formal usage; 'equilibrar-se' also acceptable
Related Idioms & Phrases
get a grip on oneself
pull oneself together
get one's feet on the ground
find one's footing
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