Vocabulary
- have to: Must do
- look at: To use your eyes to focus on something
- used to: Did regularly before, but don't do now
- in reality: Actually; in fact; truly.
- going on: To continue doing something
- talking about: To discuss a particular topic.
- go to prison: To be incarcerated in a penal institution as a consequence of committing a crime.
- in fact: Used to emphasize the truth of a statement, especially one that contrasts with or contradicts something else.
- know about: To have information or understanding of a subject or situation.
- in sight: Visible; able to be seen.
- break down: To forcibly break, destroy or make collapse
- off the bat: Immediately; without delay.
- right off the bat: Immediately; from the very beginning or start.
- in heat: (Of a female mammal) ready to mate.
- deal with
- million dollar: Extremely valuable or impressive; very expensive.
- work in: To make an opening for something in your schedule
- to do with: To be about something; concern
- stay away: To keep a distance from something or someone; to avoid approaching.
- other than: Except for; apart from.
- do in: To make completely tired out and exhausted
- through the floor: To decrease or fall extremely quickly.
- in on: To be involved in a secret or plan.
- at the most: No more than; maximum amount or degree.
- on the door: Situated on the surface or part of a door.
- knock on: To strike a door or window to attract attention.
- walk out with: To leave a place taking something, often secretly or without permission.
- for life: For the duration of one's life; permanently.
- come up: To come closer to someone; approach
- see in: To accompany someone to the entrance of a building or room.
- at least: As a minimum
- come up with: To think of an idea or solution; produce
- in bed with: Closely associated with someone, often secretly or unethically.
- on purpose: Intentionally; deliberately.
- cut down: To reduce your use of something
- in hell: In a very bad or unpleasant situation
- in different ways: Using various methods or approaches; with variety.
- over your head: Too difficult to understand.
- out of control: Impossible to manage or control.
- get out of: To leave or escape responsibilities, troubles
- in the money: To have gained or to possess a lot of money; profitable.
- give away
- in the world: Used to emphasize a question expressing surprise, confusion, or disbelief.
- in the face of: When confronted with something difficult or challenging.
- of course: Sure ; Certainly
- take off: To remove, e.g. your clothes
- specific: Precise; particular; just about that thing
- recognize: To accept the truth or reality of something
- common: Area in a city or town that is open to everyone
- consider: To think carefully about something
- rid: To cause to no longer have (pest, problem)
- reward: To give something because of someone's good work
- reality: What is true, as opposed to what is imagined
- worth: the financial, practical or moral value of somebody/something
- federal: Consisting of several united states
- involve: To have or be included as a part of something
- drop: Distance between a higher and a lower level
- institute: Organization studying science, engineering etc.
- throw: To use your arm to make something fly in the air
- insurance: Protection against loss/injury/death you pay for
- couple: To join something to something else
- professional: Of jobs such as doctor, lawyer, accountant, etc.
- clip: A metal holder used for keeping things together
- unrealistic: Not seeing or interpreting things as they are
- prison: Place the court puts criminals as punishment; jail
- crime: Act that is believed to be a mistake or foolish
- violence: Strong physical force of nature
- affair: Secret sexual relationship between two people
- buzz: Low pitched sound similar to the sound bees make
- notice: To become aware by sight, touch, or hearing
- alarm: Sound or light used for a warning or alert
- haven: Place where people can feel safe and happy
- important: Having power or authority
- place: To put someone in a particular type of situation
- control: A device designed to operate a machine
- information: Collection of facts and details about something
- lot: What happens to a person in life from chance; fate
- catch: Amount of something that has been caught
- steal: A bargain; something bought very cheaply
- wrong: Action that is harmful, unjust or illegal
- endorse: To show or express approval of
- person: Man, woman or child
- fence: Wood, metal structure enclosing an area, land
- offense: Attempt to score in a game or match
- dye: A liquid that colors hair, cloth etc.
- jewelry: Necklace, ring, etc., often made of gold, etc.
- crown: To put a crown on to make someone a king/queen
- glue: Sticky substance used for joining things together
- cop: Slang for police officer
- glare: To look at in an angry manner for a long time
- snitch: To take by theft; to steal
- jewel: Precious stone like a diamond; gem
- casino: Establishment that hosts legalized gambling
- bathroom: Room where you take a bath or go to the toilet
- blackmail: To threaten to tell a secret unless you are paid
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She took a brave step forward, leaving behind her comfort zone to chase her dreams.
Vocabulary
- brave
adj. Having courage
- comfort zone
phr. A familiar situation where one feels safe
Explanation
a brave step is a noun phrase, where brave is an adjective modifying the noun step, meaning "a courageous step".
forward is an adverb modifying step, meaning "ahead".
The whole phrase serves as the object, answering the "what" of took (verb) — she took a brave step forward.
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brave
US/brev/
UK/breɪv/
adj.Brave
v.t.To bravely face
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(Former Jewel Thief Reviews Famous Heist Movies, From ‘Ocean’s Eleven’ to ‘Heat’)
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林宜悉 posted on 2020/03/21Ever wondered if movie heists are realistic? A former jewel thief breaks down the tricks of the trade in films like 'Ocean's Eleven' and 'Heat', giving you an insider's look at misdirection and diamond grading. You'll pick up tons of cool vocabulary while learning about the real-world tactics behind the silver screen!
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