Vocabulary
- instead of: When one thing is replaced by another
- think of: To look on as (being something specific); consider
- of course: Sure ; Certainly
- from time to time: Occasionally; sometimes but not regularly.
- own up: To admit that you did something wrong
- mess up: To make a mistake
- at hand: Close by; readily available.
- rather than: More exactly; more correctly
- at work: Located at one's place of employment
- get along: To have a friendly relationship with someone; like
- for example: As an illustration or instance.
- hang out: To spend time with your friends
- come up: To come closer to someone; approach
- hanging out: To spend time with your friends
- under normal circumstances: Typically; usually; in the absence of unusual factors or conditions.
- above average
- feel the need: To have a strong desire or urge to do something.
- take away from: To reduce the positive effect or value of something.
- in a while: In a short period of time; soon.
- once in a while: Occasionally; not very often.
- point out: To make others aware of an idea
- have to: Must do
- in itself: Considered alone or without reference to anything else; intrinsically.
- reflect on: To think deeply or carefully about something.
- constantly: Frequently, or without pause
- obvious: Easily understood and clear; plain to see
- significant: Large enough to be noticed or have an effect
- recognize: To accept the truth or reality of something
- engage: To start to fight with an enemy
- constant: Happening frequently or without pause
- pattern: Model to follow in making or doing something
- journey: Act of traveling from one place to another; trip
- improve: To make, or become, something better
- esteem: Feeling of respect or admiration regarding someone
- negative: The opposite to a positive electrical charge
- conflict: Argument or struggle between two or more parties
- tend: To move or act in a certain manner
- urge: A strong desire for something
- mess: Something that is untidy, dirty or unclean
- admit: To acknowledge that something is true or right
- slip: Act of beginning to fall from losing balance
- crack: Attempt to achieve a goal or objective
- relationship: Connection between two or more people or things
- toxic: Poisonous; harmful
- blame: To say someone is responsible for something bad
- behavior: The way a person or thing acts; manner
- diminish: To make something smaller or less important
- sarcasm: Harsh or cutting remark
- competitive: Being strongly driven to win or be better than
- poke: To give a push, thrust, or jab
- normal: Standard or regular way of doing something
- feedback: A response or opinion, about a service, etc.
- notice: To become aware by sight, touch, or hearing
- mock: To laugh at someone or something in an unkind way
- excel: To perform an activity better than others
- important: Having power or authority
- beneficial: Giving an advantage, having a helpful effect
- learn: To get knowledge or skills by study or experience
- argue: To fight or disagree over something
- notification: Act of giving formal or official information
- telltale: Someone who discloses information intentionally
- change: To exchange one set of clothes for another
- find: To become aware of something that is happening
- remember: To give someone a gift, e.g. birthday, wedding
- person: Man, woman or child
- include: To make someone, something part of a group
- possessive: Wanting someone's complete attention, love
- jealousy: Unhappy feeling of wanting what someone else has
- defensive: Protecting something, yourself from attack
- healthy: In good condition physically, or financially; well
- feel: To be aware of or experience an emotion, sensation
- life: All the living things e.g. animals, plants, humans
- unintentionally: Without intention; accidentally
- disrespectful: Rude and lacking respect
- unnecessary: Being more than needed or not needed
- inward: At the inside of
- downplay: To suggest something is not a serious as thought
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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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SELF CHECK: 6 Signs You're Becoming A Toxic Person
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林宜悉 posted on 2023/01/30Ever wondered if you might be a little too competitive or a drama seeker? This video dives into six common signs that could mean you're becoming a toxic person, offering a chance to reflect on your communication style and relationship boundaries. You'll pick up practical insights for healthier interactions and learn simple sentence structures along the way!
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