Vocabulary
- in the world: Used to emphasize a question expressing surprise, confusion, or disbelief.
- gender equality: The state in which access to rights or opportunities is unaffected by gender.
- in fact: Used to emphasize the truth of a statement, especially one that contrasts with or contradicts something else.
- have to: Must do
- talk about it: To discuss a particular subject.
- goodwill ambassador: A person who promotes friendly relations between countries or organizations, often a celebrity.
- for certain: Definitely; without a doubt.
- for the record: Said to ensure something is officially noted or remembered.
- by definition: Inherently; as an essential quality or characteristic.
- dropping out: To take no part in a society you disapprove of
- to date: Up to the present time; until now.
- ask for help: To request assistance or support.
- instead of: When one thing is replaced by another
- applause: The sound made by clapping a performance or speech
- world: All the humans, events, activities on the earth
- campaign: To work in an organized, active way towards a goal
- start: First time or place that a thing exists; beginning
- feel: To be aware of or experience an emotion, sensation
- change: To exchange one set of clothes for another
- aggressive: Using energy and determination to achieve a goal
- affect: To cause a change in something else
- word: Unit of language that has a meaning
- involve: To have or be included as a part of something
- today: This day; day that is happening now
- define: To explain the meaning of words
- gender: State of being male or female
- speech: A formal talk to an audience
- free: Living, happening without being controlled
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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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Vicky posted on 2014/09/24Ever wondered how to talk about gender equality and challenge stereotypes? In this powerful speech, Emma Watson delivers a compelling call to action at the UN that's perfect for boosting your advanced vocabulary and cultural understanding. You'll learn key phrases and gain insights into important global issues!
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