She tried to 'put on/up a brave face/front' [=she tried to appear brave or calm] despite the pain of the injury.
The company was slow to enter the 'brave new world' of computer technology.
I had to 'brave the elements' [=go out in bad weather] to get to work.
(..) -''There's a snake in my boot.'' -Wha...? . Now, Woody, he's been my pal for as long as l can remember. He's brave, like a cowboy should be. And kind. And smart. But the thing that makes Woody special is he'll never give up on you. Ever. He'll be there for you, no matter what. (..)2010 Toy Story 3
(..) You know all that bad stuff l said about Andy's attic? l take it all back. -You're darn tootin'. -You said it. Oh, darling. You were so brave. -You saved our lives. -And we are eternally grateful. My boys! Daddy! Hey! Where's that fur ball Lotso? (..)2010 Toy Story 3