Vocabulary
- in part: To some extent; partially.
- take on: To acquire a new characteristic
- instead of: When one thing is replaced by another
- speak of: To mention someone or something in conversation.
- based on: To use something as the foundation or starting point for something else.
- over time: Gradually; as time passes.
- used to: Did regularly before, but don't do now
- out there: In or to a place that is far away
- of course: Sure ; Certainly
- as one: Acting or moving together at the same time.
- at the outset: At the very beginning; from the start.
- slow down: To reduce the speed
- speed up: To move more quickly
- account for: To explain the cause or reason for something
- look at: To use your eyes to focus on something
- of interest: Relevant or important to someone or something.
- on to: Toward something; forward
- go on: To continue doing something
- first off: To begin with; firstly.
- work in: To make an opening for something in your schedule
- at work: Located at one's place of employment
- in the world: Used to emphasize a question expressing surprise, confusion, or disbelief.
- see in: To accompany someone to the entrance of a building or room.
- allow for: To take into consideration
- know about: To have information or understanding of a subject or situation.
- think about: To consider something carefully.
- after all: In spite of what was expected; used to introduce a statement that supports a previous statement or explains why it was made
- grow into: To be able to wear clothes that were too big
- lost heart: To become discouraged; to lose hope or enthusiasm.
- on an equal footing: Having the same rights, status, or opportunities.
- in particular: Specifically; especially.
- of a kind: Unique; not like anything else
- right for: Suitable or appropriate for a particular person, purpose, or situation.
- looking out: To take care and watch something carefully
- in the black: Operating with a profit; not in debt.
- within reach: Close enough to be grabbed or used.
- in transit: During the process of being transported or moved from one place to another.
- true nature: The inherent qualities or character of a person or thing.
- think of: To look on as (being something specific); consider
- in the middle of: In the central part or point of something.
- hard to say: Difficult to know or predict; uncertain.
- on the other hand : Considering a different aspect of the matter; alternatively.
- set down
- in the future: At a later time; in times to come.
- physical: Health check at the doctors' or hospital
- amount: Quantity of something
- form: Sports team or person's current winning record
- question: To ask for or try to get information
- find: To become aware of something that is happening
- universe: All of space that contains planets and stars
- extra: More than necessary; additional
- theory: Ideas or principles that explain facts or events
- explain: To make clear or easy to understand by describing
- candidate: Politician who is running for public office
- space: Empty area kept for a specific reason, like a car
- number: Symbols such as 1, 2, 56, 793
- string: To tie or connect things together with a thread
- energy: Physical or mental strength
- gravity: (Of a situation) extreme seriousness
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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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Brian Greene: Is our universe the only universe? [Multi sub]
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Wonderful posted on 2014/04/23Ever wondered if our universe is the only one out there? This fascinating talk dives into mind-bending ideas like the multiverse and string theory, perfect for boosting your advanced vocabulary and understanding complex sentence structures. You'll explore big cosmic questions and gain some serious cultural depth along the way!
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