Vocabulary
- got to: To arrive at some place
- over to: Used to hand over to someone else to speak
- at school: Present and attending school.
- know better: To be wise enough not to do something.
- permanent record: An official document that is kept forever.
- up till: Until a particular time or point.
- instead of: When one thing is replaced by another
- in shock: When not enough blood flows round the body
- ran up to: Approached quickly by running.
- speak to: To address or communicate with someone.
- all over the place: In a state of disorder; scattered everywhere.
- piece of cake: (slang) easy to do
- without me: Not including me; excluding me.
- have to: Must do
- live off: To receive money from someone on which to live
- on a mission: Having a clear and important goal or purpose.
- of course: Sure ; Certainly
- to the bone: Thoroughly; completely; to the innermost part.
- on the cross: Positioned on or attached to the Christian crucifix symbol.
- time left: The amount of time that remains or is available.
- be with: To accompany someone; to be in someone's presence.
- in on: To be involved in a secret or plan.
- come back: To reply to someone, often forcefully
- used to: Did regularly before, but don't do now
- reason: To think and make conclusions in a logical manner
- love: Person's name
- totally: In a complete way; completely; absolutely
- story: One of many floors or levels in a building
- age: To keep food, wine for a long time to improve it
- laughter: Action or sound of laughing
- bill: Plan for a new law being discussed by a government
- heaven: Place or feeling of great happiness
- evil: Act considered morally bad
- God: Someone admired because they are famous or good
- mother: Female who has a child or children; female parent
- church: Building where Christians gather and pray to God
- poster: A large, printed notice or picture
- Christmas: Christian holiday celebrated on December 24-26
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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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童瑄文 posted on 2014/07/25Ever wondered about the twists and turns of faith and doubt? This personal essay from Julia Sweeney dives into childhood revelations with hilarious dry humor, perfect for exploring family dynamics and cultural nuances. You'll pick up some advanced vocabulary and practice understanding situational dialogue along the way!
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