Vocabulary
- used to: Did regularly before, but don't do now
- for example: As an illustration or instance.
- take some time: To allocate or dedicate a period to a specific activity or purpose.
- thumbs up: A gesture of approval or agreement, indicated by holding a fist with the thumb extended upwards.
- think of: To look on as (being something specific); consider
- often used to: Frequently employed or utilized for a specific purpose or action.
- under a spell: Being magically controlled or fascinated.
- look at: To use your eyes to focus on something
- turn on
- for now: Temporarily; for the present time.
- engage: To start to fight with an enemy
- term: Conditions applying to an agreement, contract
- adorable: Lovable or appealing, e.g. like a cute child
- straight: Not having curves, bends, or angles
- sense: Certain mental feeling or emotion
- describe: To tell the appearance, sound, smell of something
- proper: Correct according to social or moral rules
- bit: Device put in a horse's mouth to control it
- personality: Way someone is or reacts to life or other people
- predominantly: Mainly; in a way that indicates a greater degree
- pleasant: Causing a good feeling
- similar: Nearly the same; alike
- inspire: To give someone an idea to do or make something
- physically: In a manner related to the body
- generally: Usually; as a rule; by, to or for most people
- affection: Feeling of liking someone or something
- appeal: Ability to attract interest, attention, or desire
- attractive: Making you like them, as by being good-looking
- brew: A beer; a drink of beer
- simply: In an easy or clear manner
- attention: Taking notice of someone or something
- film: Thin layer that covers something
- beat: To move in regular motions in order to push blood
- mind: To be bothered or upset by something
- informal: Casual; relaxed
- additional: Further or added
- reserve: To arrange for a room or table be kept for you
- delight: Strong feeling of great pleasure
- british: Concerning the culture and people of British
- kind: In a caring and helpful manner
- attract: To make something move closer using magnetic force
- continue: To do something without stopping, or after pausing
- adjective: A word that describes a noun, e.g. happy
- soul: Central or basic part of something
- kettle: Metal container with spout used for boiling water
- fond: Happy and loving; To like someone or something very much
- turn: To become (a particular age)
- find: To become aware of something that is happening
- delightful: Greatly pleasing or entertaining
- person: Man, woman or child
- thoughtful: Concerned about needs and feelings of other people
- include: To make someone, something part of a group
- adore: To love very much; to give honor to
- captive: Person caught and held against their will
- captivate: To catch and hold someone's interest; charm
- enchant: To hold the admiration of others; charm
- neighbor: Person who lives, or is near, you
- unable: Not being able to do something
- cute: Attractive in a pretty or endearing way
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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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Elise Chuang posted on 2023/05/03Tired of saying 'you're cute' all the time? This video is your secret weapon, offering 10 fantastic British English alternatives to spice up your compliments! You'll pick up descriptive adjectives that are perfect for daily, informal chats, making your conversations way more engaging.
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