Vocabulary
- on the phone: Talking on the telephone.
- speak to: To address or communicate with someone.
- hang on: To wait for the person you phoned to answer
- at the moment: At this time; now
- talk on: To talk at length about a particular subject.
- have to: Must do
- phone in: Call someone by phone, often to report or notify remotely.
- in different ways: Using various methods or approaches; with variety.
- at work: Located at one's place of employment
- for someone: On behalf of or intended for a particular person.
- say it all: To express everything that needs to be said without using many words.
- such as: For example; like
- in part: To some extent; partially.
- check out
- practice: The office and place for legal or medical work
- expression: Act of making your thoughts and feelings known
- conversation: Talking with other people; discussion or chat
- person: Man, woman or child
- leave: To go away from; depart
- moment: Very short or brief period of time
- hang: To attach a picture, photograph etc. onto a wall
- call: A order or request for action
- today: This day; day that is happening now
- pick: Sharp tool used for breaking the ground
- re: Are
- formal: Observing rules and procedures strictly
- speak: To be able to use a certain language
- ask: To say to someone that you want something
- informal: Casual; relaxed
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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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VoiceTube posted on 2014/05/01Ever feel nervous when the phone rings? This video is your friendly guide to confidently answering calls, covering essential polite phrases and practical dialogue for everyday and workplace situations! You'll pick up key telephone expressions and boost your listening skills with this super helpful lesson.
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