excuse
US /ɪkˈskjuz/
UK /ɪk'skju:s/
- Transitive Verb
- To allow someone not to do (jury service, etc.)
- To explain acting in a bad or impolite manner
- Noun
- Note explaining why someone cannot do or attend
- Reason why you did or didn't do something
A2Moreget past
US /ɡɛt pæst/
UK /ɡet pɑːst/
- Phrasal Verb
- To overcome an obstacle or difficulty.
- To move beyond someone or something that is blocking your way.
A1Moresit down
US /sit daʊn/
UK /sit daun/
- Phrasal Verb
- To take a seat
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Vocabulary
- get past: To overcome an obstacle or difficulty.
- sit down: To take a seat
- matter: To be of great importance; to count
- mind: To be bothered or upset by something
- excuse: To allow someone not to do (jury service, etc.)
- feel: To be aware of or experience an emotion, sensation
- sick: Having a physical or mental illness
- sit: To take an exam
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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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ju posted on 2024/09/02Ever wondered how to politely ask to get past someone or if you can take a seat? This video is your go-to for mastering everyday English phrases for asking permission and checking in on someone's health! You'll practice useful dialogues that make daily conversations a breeze.
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