Vocabulary
- as time goes by: Over the course of time; as time passes.
- based on: To use something as the foundation or starting point for something else.
- of all time: The best or most significant in history.
- round up: To bring together; gather; collect
- along with: In addition to; together with.
- such as: For example; like
- rather than: More exactly; more correctly
- work on: To devote effort to improve or develop something
- used to: Did regularly before, but don't do now
- best known: Most widely or popularly recognized, famous, or familiar.
- gone with the wind: Completely lost or vanished without a trace.
- for best: An expression meaning ‘it is better to’ or ‘to do something for the best outcome’.
- torn between: Unable to decide between two conflicting choices or desires.
- play in: To participate or compete in a game or competition.
- with the exception of: Excluding; not including.
- out of the ordinary : Unusual or remarkable; not typical.
- prey on: To victimize or exploit someone, especially someone vulnerable.
- side against: To support one party in opposition to another.
- in private: Not in public; in a place where other people cannot see or hear you
- in hiding: Trying to avoid being found or caught.
- at the last moment: Just before the final deadline or event.
- for the rest: Concerning the remaining people or things.
- walk away: To leave a situation, especially a difficult or unpleasant one.
- in key: Singing or playing notes correctly according to the musical key.
- down with: Suffering from an illness.
- from central casting: Used to describe someone who perfectly fits a stereotype, like a character actor.
- for England: To an extreme degree; with great intensity, effort, or quantity.
- above average
- except for: Not including; excluding.
- stock footage: Film or video footage that can be used in other projects.
- park in: To drive a vehicle into a parking spot or area.
- contrary to: In opposition to; against.
- made with: Containing a particular ingredient or material.
- opening sequence: The series of shots or scenes that appear at the beginning of a film or television program, often setting the tone or introducing key elements of the story.
- symbol of: Something that represents or stands for something else, especially an object representing an abstract idea.
- knock on: To strike a door or window to attract attention.
- in the way: Obstructing someone or something; hindering progress.
- instead of: When one thing is replaced by another
- at ease
- shine on: To continue to shine; to keep giving light.
- of old: From a long time ago; in the past.
- blend of: A mixture of different things combined together.
- in the picture: Aware of what is happening; informed.
- cut and dried: Completely settled and decided; not allowing for any changes or discussion.
- get along: To have a friendly relationship with someone; like
- due to: Because of; owing to
- out cold: Unconscious; knocked out.
- account for: To explain the cause or reason for something
- as one: Acting or moving together at the same time.
- above all: Most importantly; more than anything else.
- evidence of: Facts, objects, or signs that make you believe that something is true.
- get out of: To leave or escape responsibilities, troubles
- with it: Intelligent, alert, and up-to-date.
- to do with: To be about something; concern
- sit down: To take a seat
- set with: To be decorated or adorned with something.
- picks up: To catch a criminal and take to police station
- at a cost: Involving loss or sacrifice.
- have to: Must do
- in color: Displayed or produced using all colors; not black and white.
- in appearance: Judging by how someone or something looks.
- one being: An individual existence; a person or creature.
- from the start: From the very beginning; from the outset.
- film set: A location, real or constructed, where a film or television show is shot.
- set up
- for now: Temporarily; for the present time.
- carry on: To engage in an activity, e.g. a conversation
- live up: To be as good as expected or promised.
- in love with: Feeling romantic love for someone.
- depending on: To rely on for support (financial or emotional)
- reflect on: To think deeply or carefully about something.
- in the same vein: In a similar style, manner, or approach.
- on site: At the location of a particular activity or project.
- walk around: To stroll or wander in a leisurely way.
- in exchange for: Given or done as an equivalent or substitute for.
- move about: To go from place to place; travel around.
- for all time: Forever; eternally.
- release: To free someone from a responsibility or burden
- film: Thin layer that covers something
- bear: To accept (responsibilities or duties)
- American: Person from the USA
- play: To act as a character in a movie, or on stage
- French: Person's name
- actor: Person who acts in the theater, movies, or TV
- jewish
- German: Concerning the culture and people of Germany
- Germany: A country in central Europe, officially the Federal Republic of Germany.
- Paris: Sometimes placed in subfamily Trilliaceae
- bros: Shortened form of 'brother'
- rick: Pile in ricks
- warner: Someone who gives a warning to others
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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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