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.
(..) Say goodbye. I have to go. Hey, no crying. I'm Not crying. Piper, I love you. I will see you on Friday. Please, be brave. Don't let anyone into your granny panties. -I love you. -I love you. Your head's not here yet. Don't worry, it'll catch up. (..)2013 TvShow: Orange Is the New Black Title: I Wasn't Ready Season: 1 Episode 1