Vocabulary
- for example: As an illustration or instance.
- going on: To continue doing something
- have words: To argue or quarrel with someone.
- hold it in: To restrain or suppress an emotion or feeling.
- out of it: Unconscious or not completely alert; dazed or confused.
- at once: Immediately; without delay
- take in: To allow to enter; receive as a guest
- think of: To look on as (being something specific); consider
- have to: Must do
- think about: To consider something carefully.
- in theory: According to the stated ideas or principles
- at least: As a minimum
- reflect on: To think deeply or carefully about something.
- for sure: Definitely; certainly; without a doubt.
- to let: Indicates that a property is available for rent.
- in particular: Specifically; especially.
- on the other hand : Considering a different aspect of the matter; alternatively.
- in part: To some extent; partially.
- talking about: To discuss a particular topic.
- at a time: Separately; one by one
- filter out: To remove or separate something unwanted from a liquid or gas using a filter; to remove or ignore something unwanted from a group or collection.
- of course: Sure ; Certainly
- fall away: Slowly lessen your friendship with someone
- at home: In one's own residence or country.
- as soon as: In a short time after (something happens)
- light up: To illuminate something; to make something brighter with light.
- next to: Being located along side another
- figure out: To understand the behavior of someone
- in fact: Used to emphasize the truth of a statement, especially one that contrasts with or contradicts something else.
- come back: To reply to someone, often forcefully
- behind the wheel: In control of a vehicle; driving.
- prey on: To victimize or exploit someone, especially someone vulnerable.
- mess with: To interfere with or tamper with something.
- in court: Present or being discussed during a legal trial or hearing.
- lead to: To result in some action
- as one: Acting or moving together at the same time.
- the bottom line: The most important thing; the essential point.
- constant struggle: A continuous and persistent effort or fight against difficulties or opposition.
- episode: One separate event in a series of events
- time: Speed at which music is played; tempo
- brain: To strike someone forcefully on the head
- conscious: Aware of what is going on around you
- psychological: Concerning the study of the mind
- attention: Taking notice of someone or something
- deliberate: Carefully thought out in advance
- shift: To change in position or direction
- tongue: Long, thin part of (e.g. shoe under the laces)
- psychology: The study of the mind and how it affects behavior
- awareness: Having knowledge of something
- activity: An action or task, e.g. sports, washing clothes
- define: To explain the meaning of words
- notice: To become aware by sight, touch, or hearing
- consciousness: Process by which thoughts, ideas are processed
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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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Consciousness - Crash Course Psychology #8
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Ellen posted on 2014/09/18Ever wonder what's really going on in your head? This Crash Course Psychology video dives into consciousness, selective attention, and even inattentional blindness, packed with advanced vocabulary you'll want to pick up! You'll get a fascinating look at neuroimaging and how our brains work, making it perfect for anyone curious about psychology.
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