Vocabulary
- in three days: Within a period of three days from now or a reference point.
- of course: Sure ; Certainly
- going on: To continue doing something
- talking about: To discuss a particular topic.
- in the future: At a later time; in times to come.
- except that: But; with the exception that.
- rather than: More exactly; more correctly
- fight it out: Settle a dispute by fighting until there is a clear winner.
- have to: Must do
- take out: To apply for and get a license
- in fact: Used to emphasize the truth of a statement, especially one that contrasts with or contradicts something else.
- got to: To arrive at some place
- aside from
- deal with
- abide by: To follow a rule; adhere to
- on camera: While being filmed or recorded.
- just kind of: Used to express a feeling or state in a vague or hesitant way.
- on the ground: Located on the surface of the earth.
- behind closed doors: In private; secretly or confidentially.
- entire: Complete or full; with no part left out; whole
- essentially: Basically; (said when stating the basic facts)
- engage: To start to fight with an enemy
- aspect: Way something looks or seems to be
- genuine: Being real, actual, and not false or artificial
- conversation: Talking with other people; discussion or chat
- position: Person's opinion or attitude about something
- influence: To affect or change something indirectly
- contract: To become ill as a result of getting a disease
- military: Army or armed forces
- vice: used as part of the title of particular positions. The person who holds one of these positions is next below in authority to the person who holds the full position and can act for them
- dictate: To speak while someone writes down your words
- deal: To cope with something - usually troubles
- path: Method of living leading to a particular result
- emphasize: To stress the items that are important
- remarkable: Interesting and unexpected, worthy of notice
- contact: Touching or feeling something
- ambassador: Official representing a country in another country
- press: Machine using pressure to shape, flatten, squeeze
- bury: To put something into the ground and cover it
- damn: To cause the downfall or failure of; criticize
- monumental: (Mistake/waste of time) huge; very big; severe
- silent: Without making any noise; soundless
- destruction: Act of destroying; damaging beyond repair
- lot: What happens to a person in life from chance; fate
- sign: Indication that something exists or will happen
- kind: In a caring and helpful manner
- president: Person in charge of a country, or organization
- fact: Something that is known or proved to be true
- equipment: Tools or materials used to perform a task
- unfold: (Of a situation) to be told or revealed
- event: Any social gathering; occasion; planned activity
- point: An item to be discussed
- bring: To take or go with someone to a place
- temper: An angry mood or fit; temperament
- flatter: To praise in a rather false way, to get something
- wrong: Action that is harmful, unjust or illegal
- negotiate: To have a formal discussion to reach an agreement
- step: Movement done as part of a particular dance
- front: Behavior not showing a person's true feelings
- secretary: Office worker who makes appointments, etc.
- diplomacy: Tactful handling of sensitive relationships
- historic: (Of past event) having an effect on future; famous
- world: All the humans, events, activities on the earth
- occupy: To enter and take control of land/property
- exchange: Sharing/directing a look, etc. at someone else
- oval: Being egg-shaped
- disrespectful: Rude and lacking respect
- ceasefire: Agreement by two sides in a war to stop fighting
- gambling: Act of betting money on events
- tack: Small, sharp nail, usually with a wide, flat head
- bless: To make something holy by saying a special prayer
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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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VoiceTube posted on 2025/03/03Ever wondered about the heated discussions behind closed doors? This video gives you a front-row seat to a tense Oval Office exchange, diving into the complexities of diplomacy and international relations. You'll pick up key phrases for discussing conflict resolution and political strategy in English!
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