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- of course: Sure ; Certainly
- in fact: Used to emphasize the truth of a statement, especially one that contrasts with or contradicts something else.
- made with: Containing a particular ingredient or material.
- used to: Did regularly before, but don't do now
- also known as: Also called; alternatively named.
- around the world: In or to many countries.
- instead of: When one thing is replaced by another
- pile on: To add a large amount of something.
- for days: For a long period of time; lasting several days.
- talking about: To discuss a particular topic.
- raw fish: Fish that has not been cooked.
- in advance: Ahead of time; before something happens
- best known: Most widely or popularly recognized, famous, or familiar.
- inside of: Within; in the inner part of.
- for a minute: For a short period of time; briefly.
- eat in: To have a meal at home instead of going out.
- speed up: To move more quickly
- date: To have become old-fashioned
- shrimp: Small edible salt-water shellfish with many legs
- fry: To cook something in fat or oil
- dish: Shallow container that you cook or serve food in
- meat: Flesh of a dead animal that you eat
- eat: To put food in your mouth
- sausage: Finely chopped and seasoned meat in a skin
- invent: To create something such as a story or excuse
- chicken: A bird raised for its eggs and meat
- clam: Kind of shellfish
- garbage: Waste material that has been thrown out
- reindeer: Large type of deer, associated with Christmas
- crab: Sea creature with a hard shell and two claws
- stew: To cook meat or vegetables in hot water
- cheese: Yellowish solid food made from aged milk
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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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60 Regional Foods You Shouldn't Eat Anywhere Else - mental_floss on YouTube (Ep.204)
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稲葉白兎 posted on 2015/02/06Ever wondered why some foods just don't taste the same outside their hometown? This fun video dives into 60 regional American foods you absolutely *must* try where they originated, packed with fascinating food history and quirky facts! You'll pick up tons of advanced vocabulary and cultural insights that are perfect for foodies and curious learners alike.
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