Vocabulary
- in the end: Finally; after a period of time or series of events.
- beyond a reasonable doubt: Evidence that leaves no sensible doubt about the truth.
- talking about: To discuss a particular topic.
- such as: For example; like
- based on: To use something as the foundation or starting point for something else.
- no matter: Regardless of; it does not matter.
- as a whole: Considering everything together; in general.
- in favor of: Expressing support or approval for someone or something.
- of course: Sure ; Certainly
- at least: As a minimum
- cold comfort: A consolation that is insufficient or unsatisfactory.
- end in: To have something as the final result.
- be with: To accompany someone; to be in someone's presence.
- as long as: For the period that; provided that.
- consequence: Importance of a person or thing
- evidence: Factual proof that helps to establish the truth
- judge: Person who decides on the results of a contest
- decision: Choice made after thinking; final judgment
- prevent: To stop something from happening or existing
- existence: State of being present, alive or real
- trial: Hearing and judgment of a case in court
- tell: To (strongly) advise a person to do something
- guilty: Responsible for doing something wrong
- video: Recording capturing action with sound
- logical: Sensible; reasonable
- crime: Act that is believed to be a mistake or foolish
- argue: To fight or disagree over something
- law: Field of study that relates to the legal profession
- jury: 12 citizens who decide if someone is guilty or not
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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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