Vocabulary
- on the table: Located on the surface of a table.
- of course: Sure ; Certainly
- on time
- abide by: To follow a rule; adhere to
- in line with: In agreement with; conforming to.
- live life: To enjoy life and make the most of every moment.
- cut down: To reduce your use of something
- based on: To use something as the foundation or starting point for something else.
- on fire: Very successful or popular
- other than: Except for; apart from.
- to taste: Add an ingredient according to your preference.
- at the same time: Simultaneously; at the identical moment.
- same time: Occurring simultaneously or at the same point in time.
- fork over: To hand over money or something else, especially when unwillingly.
- back then: At that time in the past.
- know about: To have information or understanding of a subject or situation.
- used to: Did regularly before, but don't do now
- come for: To arrive to collect someone or something.
- get out of: To leave or escape responsibilities, troubles
- got to: To arrive at some place
- hunt down: To search for someone or something until you find them, often after a long time or over a large area.
- sit back: To relax and take it easy.
- go past: To move beyond a particular place or point.
- to let: Indicates that a property is available for rent.
- break into: To start suddenly (crying, panicking, etc.)
- instead of: When one thing is replaced by another
- at least: As a minimum
- sort: To organize things by putting them into groups
- slightly: Only a little
- conversation: Talking with other people; discussion or chat
- rid: To cause to no longer have (pest, problem)
- proper: Correct according to social or moral rules
- bit: Device put in a horse's mouth to control it
- etiquette: Rules regarding manners or good behavior
- convey: To carry or transport something
- mean: Average of a set of numbers
- predominantly: Mainly; in a way that indicates a greater degree
- generally: Usually; as a rule; by, to or for most people
- edge: An advantage you have over others
- stir: To arouse (attention or interest)
- scoop: To dig out for a hole with a tool or hands
- distance: Lack of friendliness toward another person
- rest: Time when one relaxes, sleeps, or is inactive
- interest: Best or most advantageous thing for someone
- correct: Being suitable and appropriate for an occasion
- formal: Observing rules and procedures strictly
- suggest: To mention something that could be done; propose
- slight: Small (amount, quality)
- bill: Plan for a new law being discussed by a government
- place: To put someone in a particular type of situation
- important: Having power or authority
- british: Concerning the culture and people of British
- offer: Price you say you are willing to pay for something
- catch: Amount of something that has been caught
- support: To give assistance or advice to someone
- plate: Flat dish used for eating or serving food
- host: Mass; a great number
- excellent: Extremely good
- turn: To become (a particular age)
- question: To ask for or try to get information
- rule: Something that is normal and usually happens
- acceptable: Satisfactory; good enough
- sassy: Improperly forward or bold
- flick: To hit something with your finger to move it
- start: First time or place that a thing exists; beginning
- aerobic: Needing oxygen to live
- exempt: Released from some duty that others have to do
- purely: For no other reason; only and completely
- majesty: Impressive quality that something large has
- spaghetti: Italian pasta in long thin strands
- cutlery: Tableware implements for cutting and eating food
- highness: Title to someone royal such as a king or queen
- teaspoon: Small spoon used for stirring tea or coffee
- clink: To make light sound as when glasses are tapped
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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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Minjane posted on 2024/08/15Ever wondered if you should put your elbows on the table or the proper way to clink glasses? This video dives into all those practical etiquette questions, from cheese to cutlery, that you've been curious about! You'll pick up useful phrases and learn about cultural nuances in everyday social situations.
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