Vocabulary
- in fact: Used to emphasize the truth of a statement, especially one that contrasts with or contradicts something else.
- have to: Must do
- deal with
- way to go: An expression of encouragement or approval.
- deal out: To distribute something, especially playing cards or portions of something.
- out of it: Unconscious or not completely alert; dazed or confused.
- go around: (Of news, gossip) to be known; circulate
- for the rest: Concerning the remaining people or things.
- settle down: To become calm and relaxed after not being so
- stick: To push a sharp or pointed object into something
- gorgeous: Extremely attractive; richly beautiful
- fluffy: Containing air and being light in weight
- freak: (Of weather, etc.) unusual; unpredictable; amazing
- butt: (Informal) fleshy part of your body you sit on
- stunning: Causing amazement, e.g. because so very good
- casual: Being careless or having little thought or effort
- tongue: Long, thin part of (e.g. shoe under the laces)
- deal: To cope with something - usually troubles
- pregnant: Carrying your unborn baby inside you
- settle: To make (a child, etc.) feel calm/ready for sleep
- resolution: End part of a story resolving the conflict
- attention: Taking notice of someone or something
- confession: Admission you have done something wrong
- fart: To break wind; to emit gas from the anus
- pathetic: Causing feelings of sadness, pity and sympathy
- immensely: Very much; greatly; a lot
- board: Surface for posting or showing information
- stem: Long thin central part of a plant, bearing leaves
- motivate: To give someone a reason, the will to do something
- rest: Time when one relaxes, sleeps, or is inactive
- swallow: To believe (something that is not true)
- abandon: To discard or intentionally get rid of an item
- caffeine: Substance in coffee, etc. that keeps you awake
- project: To predict what will happen in the future
- broccoli: Vegetable with thick branches and green flowers
- goal: Something you try to do or achieve; an aim
- haven: Place where people can feel safe and happy
- notice: To become aware by sight, touch, or hearing
- single: One run in cricket or a hit baseball
- sip: To drink just a little at a time
- learn: To get knowledge or skills by study or experience
- block: Solid piece of material used for building
- fact: Something that is known or proved to be true
- support: To give assistance or advice to someone
- shove: To roughly push someone or something away
- point: An item to be discussed
- wrong: Action that is harmful, unjust or illegal
- pound: The # key on a keyboard
- confess: To admit that you did something wrong
- perfect: So good it cannot be improved
- glad: Happy or pleased about something/to do something
- sauce: Food made from cooked fruit, e.g. apples or mangos
- lie: To be in a horizontal or flat position
- intercept: To stop or catch something while it is moving
- fine: Good, acceptable or satisfactory
- classy: Showing good taste; elegant, fashionable; upmarket
- blood: Red liquid in the bodies of people and animals
- trouble: To worry, bother or disturb someone
- tombstone: Stone that is used to mark a grave
- creed: Set of beliefs/principles by which people live
- hanger: Piece of wire to hang clothes on
- whiz: To move fast, making whistling or whoosh sound
- airplane: A machine that flies through the air
- soda: Sweet bubbly flavored drink
- candy: Small sweet foods made mostly of sugar
- babe: Romantic term often used to your lover; darling
- hollandaise: Sauce made from eggs and butter with lemon juice
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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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The Office | Dunder Mifflin Ruins Pam’s New Year’s Resolution Board
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Julianne Sung posted on 2023/09/29Ever wondered how New Year's resolutions can go hilariously wrong? Dive into this classic scene from The Office where Dunder Mifflin's attempts at self-improvement lead to some seriously awkward humor and a memorable food dare! You'll pick up simple sentence structures and practical workplace dialogue that's perfect for everyday conversations.
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