Vocabulary
- come from: To have as your native country or city
- sit down: To take a seat
- of course: Sure ; Certainly
- at the moment: At this time; now
- look at: To use your eyes to focus on something
- rising tone: A tone that rises in pitch, often used in questions or to express surprise.
- such as: For example; like
- for example: As an illustration or instance.
- tone with: To be consistent or appropriate in style or mood.
- turn to: To go to someone for help, advice, or information.
- conversation: Talking with other people; discussion or chat
- fall: Season after summer and before winter; Autumn
- start: First time or place that a thing exists; beginning
- question: To ask for or try to get information
- conference: Series of lectures held as an event
- long: Person's name
- live: To be alive
- information: Collection of facts and details about something
- rise: To wake up and get out of bed after sleeping
- meet: To provide something that is necessary
- excuse: To allow someone not to do (jury service, etc.)
- tone: Atmosphere or feeling in a message
- talk: Style of speaking
- fly: Common flying insect, sometimes blue in color
- haven: Place where people can feel safe and happy
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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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The Business of English - Episode 3: Getting Acquainted
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Ching Hung Lin posted on 2014/05/13Ever feel awkward at networking events? This episode of 'The Business of English' is your secret weapon for breaking the ice and making great first impressions! You'll learn practical small talk phrases and how to keep conversations flowing politely, perfect for any business or travel situation.
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