Vocabulary
- account of: A spoken or written description of an event.
- instead of: When one thing is replaced by another
- at least: As a minimum
- in with: Fashionable or popular at the moment.
- at length: In detail; fully
- speak of: To mention someone or something in conversation.
- speak to: To address or communicate with someone.
- a few moments: A short period of time
- look at: To use your eyes to focus on something
- at night: During the night; in the nighttime.
- such as: For example; like
- in itself: Considered alone or without reference to anything else; intrinsically.
- In the event of: If something happens, especially something undesirable
- the following: Next in order or sequence.
- to let: Indicates that a property is available for rent.
- in time: Eventually; after a period of time.
- in a manner: In a specific way or style.
- by chance: Accidentally; without planning.
- in truth: In fact; actually; really
- charged with: To be officially accused of something
- in consequence: As a result; therefore.
- set apart: To distinguish someone or something as special or different.
- same time: Occurring simultaneously or at the same point in time.
- have on: To be wearing something.
- for myself: Done for one's own benefit or use.
- run in: To arrest person and take them to police station
- struck up: To begin a friendship, relationship, or conversation.
- on the ground: Located on the surface of the earth.
- hand on: To pass or transfer something physically to someone else.
- in the midst of: Surrounded by; in the middle of.
- in peace: In a state of tranquility, without disturbance or conflict.
- as well as: Also; in addition to
- weigh against: To compare advantages and disadvantages of something.
- in a word: Briefly; in short.
- have to: Must do
- in attendance: Present at a particular event or meeting.
- of use: Having practical value; useful or helpful.
- as respects: Concerning or regarding a particular matter.
- in the picture: Aware of what is happening; informed.
- in point: Relevant; pertinent
- in the neighborhood of: Approximately or about a certain amount or distance.
- at all events: Whatever happens; definitely or in any case.
- denial of: The act of refusing to grant or allow something requested.
- third year: The third year of a course of study, especially at a university or college.
- at home: In one's own residence or country.
- within reach: Close enough to be grabbed or used.
- work on: To devote effort to improve or develop something
- under the influence: Affected by alcohol or drugs to the extent that mental and physical control is markedly diminished.
- blow on: To exhale air onto a surface or object.
- depart with: To leave a place taking something with you.
- air out: To ventilate a room or space by opening windows or doors.
- in motion: Moving; not stationary.
- share in: To participate in something; to have a part or interest in something.
- in arms: Bearing weapons; ready for or engaged in fighting.
- in view of: Considering; taking into account.
- swallow up: To completely consume or engulf something.
- in deference to: Out of respect or consideration for someone or something.
- of old: From a long time ago; in the past.
- on to: Toward something; forward
- in a state: In a particular condition or situation.
- on the contrary: In contrast; from the opposite standpoint
- in vain: Without success or result; futilely.
- at hand: Close by; readily available.
- at a time: Separately; one by one
- by no means: Certainly not; in no way.
- on foot
- ex parte: Done or made at the request of one party only, without notice to the other party.
- rather than: More exactly; more correctly
- act up: (Of a machine) to fail to work properly
- throw aside: To discard or get rid of something unwanted.
- on occasion: Sometimes, but not regularly.
- call for: To demand, need or require (an action or thing)
- in public: In a place where anyone can see or hear you.
- on the part of: By or done by (someone); concerning someone.
- in advance: Ahead of time; before something happens
- at once: Immediately; without delay
- in danger: Exposed to the risk of harm, injury, or loss.
- of yours: Belonging to you; your possession or property.
- to the brim: Filled completely to the edge or limit.
- log in
- shaved head: A hairstyle in which all or most of the hair on the head has been removed by shaving.
- in order that: With the purpose or intention that.
- with the exception of: Excluding; not including.
- of any kind: Of any type or variety whatsoever.
- over the left shoulder: Looking backward over one’s left shoulder.
- at the moment: At this time; now
- for the benefit: In order to help or be useful to someone or something.
- evidence of: Facts, objects, or signs that make you believe that something is true.
- judging from: Based on the available evidence or information.
- on earth: Used to emphasize a question expressing surprise or anger.
- write in: To add text to a document or form.
- call on: To order or ask someone to do a specific activity
- hear of: To know about someone or something because you have been told about them
- answer for: Be responsible for and explain one's actions.
- in reason: Within sensible or acceptable limits.
- on the brink of: Very near to experiencing something, usually something unpleasant.
- at a distance: Far away; not close.
- at times: Sometimes; occasionally.
- at that time: During a specific point in the past.
- by foot: Walking, instead of using transport
- turn to: To go to someone for help, advice, or information.
- to the left: In or toward the left direction.
- like a man: To act bravely or responsibly.
- in the act: While performing an action, especially something wrong or illegal.
- be with: To accompany someone; to be in someone's presence.
- for the present: For now; temporarily or at this time.
- run to: To have enough money; be able to pay; afford
- care of: Used in an address to indicate the person who will receive the mail for someone else.
- look to: Be looking to. be planning to (do something)
- serve with: To present food alongside another dish.
- of course: Sure ; Certainly
- for the best: Resulting in the most positive or beneficial outcome, even if it's difficult or painful in the short term.
- in company with: Accompanied or together with others.
- in the saddle: Riding a horse or in control of a situation.
- on account of: Because of.
- as soon as: In a short time after (something happens)
- stand between: To place oneself in the middle to prevent conflict or harm.
- go back to: To return to a starting point
- think of: To look on as (being something specific); consider
- wait for: To wait until someone comes, or something happens
- deal with
- in passing: Mentioned briefly or casually without focus.
- other than: Except for; apart from.
- stay in: To remain inside one's home.
- lay aside: To save something, usually money, for future use.
- lie in: To stay in bed later than usual in the morning.
- at the same time: Simultaneously; at the identical moment.
- at large: (of a person or animal, especially one that is dangerous) not captured; free.
- experience in: Knowledge or skill gained from doing something for a period of time.
- as one: Acting or moving together at the same time.
- in the air: Present or circulating in the atmosphere.
- let off: To allow someone to go unpunished for wrongdoing
- in the wind: Something likely to happen or be revealed soon.
- cut off: To end a process, e.g. a phone call
- throw away: To fail to take advantage of a good chance
- to do with: To be about something; concern
- run down: To be in a bad condition
- without regard to: Paying no attention or consideration to; irrespective of.
- in the scene: Present at the location where something is happening or has happened.
- in the meantime: During the time between two events; meanwhile.
- up against: Facing or contending with something difficult or challenging.
- on a level: In a fair and equal manner; with equal opportunities.
- level with: To be honest and straightforward with someone; to tell someone the truth.
- next to: Being located along side another
- in a hurry: Acting or moving with great haste; rushed.
- for an instant: For a very short period of time; momentarily.
- move along: To make progress; advance.
- back into: To drive a vehicle backwards into a space or area.
- bring out: To formally introduce a girl/ woman to society
- in general: Typically; usually; on the whole.
- drive down: To cause something to decrease or become lower.
- in succession: Following one after the other without interruption.
- path: Method of living leading to a particular result
- guide: To help or advise someone about something
- stream: To send a constant flow of data over the internet
- manner: The way a person acts, talks, or behaves
- water: Clear liquid that forms the seas, rivers and rain
- appear: To be seen, become visible; come into sight
- man: Humans in general, including male and female
- return: To hit something back to the other player or team
- white: Person's name
- forest: Large area with many trees
- savage: Condition of being cruel, violent, uncivilized
- scout: To watch or search for something or someone
- river: Flowing water that runs from mountains to the sea
- lake: Large area of water surrounded by land
- sun: Light and heat coming from a large star in the sky
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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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Part 1 - The Last of the Mohicans Audiobook by James Fenimore Cooper (Chs 01-05)
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羅致 posted on 2014/05/19Dive into the fascinating world of James Fenimore Cooper's "The Last of the Mohicans" with this audiobook introduction! You'll get a unique look at the historical context and the complex portrayal of Native American characters, plus some intriguing insights into the origins of the story's names and settings.
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