Vocabulary
- talking about: To discuss a particular topic.
- tit for tat: An equivalent given in return; retaliation.
- look back: To think about past events
- in return: As a reciprocal action or gesture; in exchange or repayment.
- deal with
- in fact: Used to emphasize the truth of a statement, especially one that contrasts with or contradicts something else.
- hit back: To retaliate; to respond to an attack or criticism with a similar action.
- know about: To have information or understanding of a subject or situation.
- result in: To cause or produce as a consequence.
- for instance: As an example.
- as such: Something previously stated or understood
- intellectual property: Creations of the mind, such as inventions; literary and artistic works; designs; and symbols, names and images used in commerce.
- set up
- agricultural products: Goods produced through agriculture, including crops and livestock.
- look at: To use your eyes to focus on something
- as well as: Also; in addition to
- with it: Intelligent, alert, and up-to-date.
- in the past: During a former period of time; previously.
- of course: Sure ; Certainly
- in ways: In a manner or by methods that.
- through the roof: Rising to a very high level; skyrocketing.
- in general: Typically; usually; on the whole.
- have to: Must do
- on the phone: Talking on the telephone.
- give in: To submit work; hand in
- as a whole: Considering everything together; in general.
- vital for: Absolutely necessary or important; essential.
- in the end: Finally; after a period of time or series of events.
- renege on: To fail to honor a commitment; to go back on a promise.
- might well: Used to indicate a good possibility or likelihood.
- any sort of: Any kind of; any type of
- as a result of: Because of something; owing to.
- drum up: To try to get support or interest from people for something.
- back down: To admit you were wrong; stop claiming
- in the future: At a later time; in times to come.
- in detail: Thoroughly and completely; giving full particulars.
- ultimately: Done or considered as the final and most important
- specific: Precise; particular; just about that thing
- essentially: Basically; (said when stating the basic facts)
- term: Conditions applying to an agreement, contract
- impact: A striking effect or result to hit with force
- necessarily: In a way that is needed/required/is unavoidable
- extent: Point, level or limit to which something reaches
- pressure: Anxiety caused by difficult problems
- influence: To affect or change something indirectly
- worth: the financial, practical or moral value of somebody/something
- currency: Widespread acceptance
- concern: To be about a particular topic
- mention: To refer to or talk or write about something
- deal: To cope with something - usually troubles
- frame: To make a person that is not guilty appear guilty
- similar: Nearly the same; alike
- charge: To run quickly toward someone to attack them
- security: Department in a company in charge of protection
- benefit: Good result or effect, something advantageous
- extra: More than necessary; additional
- ambassador: Official representing a country in another country
- administration: Act of giving e.g. medicine to a patient
- deficit: Amount less than what is needed or required
- communist: Believer in communism
- economy: Using money, resources in a careful, effective way
- previously: At an earlier time
- tariff: List of fixed prices at hotel
- lot: What happens to a person in life from chance; fate
- hit: To have a negative impact on a person/place/thing
- kind: In a caring and helpful manner
- fact: Something that is known or proved to be true
- argue: To fight or disagree over something
- rise: To wake up and get out of bed after sleeping
- agricultural: Concerning farming, or the land
- business: A company formed for making profit
- prepare: To make something ready for use
- service: Work that a person does to assist others
- world: All the humans, events, activities on the earth
- return: To hit something back to the other player or team
- complain: To say something is wrong and should be changed
- politic: Careful what you say; diplomatic
- footwear: Shoes, socks, etc.
- tat: Lacework made by knotting or looping
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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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Can Trump win a trade war with China? - BBC World Service
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Bryan posted on 2025/02/08Ever wondered if a trade war between the US and China is really winnable? This BBC World Service explainer dives deep into tariffs, supply chains, and consumer prices, giving you a fantastic chance to boost your advanced vocabulary on international relations. You'll get a clear understanding of the economic and political dynamics at play!
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