Vocabulary
- have to: Must do
- up against: Facing or contending with something difficult or challenging.
- much about: A lot of information or knowledge concerning something.
- in order to: For the purpose of; with the aim of.
- at last: Finally; after a long delay.
- at the same time: Simultaneously; at the identical moment.
- same time: Occurring simultaneously or at the same point in time.
- from time to time: Occasionally; sometimes but not regularly.
- ultimately: Done or considered as the final and most important
- conscious: Aware of what is going on around you
- pretend: To act as if something is true when it is not
- reveal: To show something that was hidden before
- properly: In an appropriate or correct manner
- term: Conditions applying to an agreement, contract
- potentially: That could happen or become reality
- capacity: Ability to hold, involve or contain (e.g. liquids)
- reward: To give something because of someone's good work
- imagine: To think creatively about; form mental picture of
- fundamental: Forming a necessary part, base, or core
- admit: To acknowledge that something is true or right
- suppose: To imagine or guess what might happen
- relationship: Connection between two or more people or things
- paradox: Surprising statement containing two opposing ideas
- notion: Sudden idea or desire to do something
- tolerate: To be able to adjust to changes of various kinds
- suspect: Person thought to have committed a crime
- mutual: Shared between two or more people
- address: Exact street location of a place
- explain: To make clear or easy to understand by describing
- neglect: Act of failing to do something important, required
- judge: Person who decides on the results of a contest
- simply: In an easy or clear manner
- private: Being away from others and quiet
- confession: Admission you have done something wrong
- spirit: Person's strong determination or attitude
- complete: To finish or reach the end of doing something
- acquaintance: Person that you know but isn't a good friend
- explicit: Definite; clearly stated; specific
- loyalty: Complete and sustained support for person, thing
- arrogant: Rude, from belief you are better than others
- lead: Wire for electricity, computer, etc.; cable
- degree: Amount or extent of something
- cynical: Always believing that bad things are the reasons
- click: To work well with someone or something
- honest: Good, truthful, sincere, or faithful; trustworthy
- dedication: Addressing book, song to someone to show respect
- fall: Season after summer and before winter; Autumn
- collective: Business owned or controlled by its workers
- regularly: At the usual time each day, week, or month
- noble: Being admirable and honorable in character
- secret: Kept hidden from others; Known only to a few people
- haven: Place where people can feel safe and happy
- notice: To become aware by sight, touch, or hearing
- masterpiece: Greatest work, e.g. of a famous artist
- important: Having power or authority
- order: Religious or social group, as of nuns
- problematic: Being difficult to deal with or fix
- offend: To break a rule or do something wrong
- mortal: Destined to die; causing death
- betrayal: Act of giving knowledge or information to an enemy
- repression: Psych act of restricting or holding back emotions
- inquisitor: Person asking questions (often forcefully)
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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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林宜悉 posted on 2021/04/18Ever wondered if it's okay to keep secrets from your partner? This video dives deep into the tricky balance between politeness and honesty in relationships, exploring when to share and when to hold back. You'll pick up some advanced vocabulary and gain insights into relationship ethics that are super practical for everyday life!
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