11.   This is taming the wilderness, emulating the explorers of yore, surviving hardship together, braving the elements and proving the worth of ... this is plain nuts!

12.   Those who brave the elements to finish have historically been considered heroes in the state of Alaska.

13.   On a miserable day for baseball, only a couple of thousand fans braved the elements at Wrigley Field as workers salted stadium aisles to keep people from slipping.

14.   Wrapped in a waterproof jacket and hat, she braved the elements and greeted a crowd of loyal supporters sheltering under umbrellas.