Vocabulary
- in the world: Used to emphasize a question expressing surprise, confusion, or disbelief.
- look at: To use your eyes to focus on something
- for days: For a long period of time; lasting several days.
- point out: To make others aware of an idea
- latch onto: To understand something, often after a period of confusion.
- for example: As an illustration or instance.
- in your face: Bold, aggressive, and confrontational.
- back up: To save a copy of your computer data
- glow up: To have a major and impressive improvement in appearance, style, or confidence.
- out there: In or to a place that is far away
- talking about: To discuss a particular topic.
- behind the curtain: Secretly; not in public view.
- cash in: To sell asset to get money back
- depending on: To rely on for support (financial or emotional)
- on occasion: Sometimes, but not regularly.
- kind of easy: Somewhat easy; relatively easy.
- cut out: To leave out of something, e.g. a social event
- in terms of
- up top: In or at the highest position or location.
- lead to: To result in some action
- at least: As a minimum
- fall for: To be deceived or tricked by someone
- tune in: To listen to a radio program or watch a television program.
- one of those things: An unfortunate but unavoidable event.
- have to: Must do
- in reality: Actually; in fact; truly.
- in particular: Specifically; especially.
- in fact: Used to emphasize the truth of a statement, especially one that contrasts with or contradicts something else.
- around the world: In or to many countries.
- on the streets: Without a home; homeless or exposed outdoors.
- slim down: To become thinner, usually by dieting or exercising.
- sickle cell anemia: A hereditary form of anemia in which abnormal hemoglobin causes red blood cells to become rigid and sickle-shaped, obstructing blood flow.
- care of: Used in an address to indicate the person who will receive the mail for someone else.
- reproductive health: The health of the reproductive systems and their functions and processes.
- in the open: Publicly; not secret.
- in prison: Confined in a prison; incarcerated.
- look for: To try to find a thing or person that is lost
- think about: To consider something carefully.
- of interest: Relevant or important to someone or something.
- episode: One separate event in a series of events
- massive: Very big; large; too big
- tough: (Of food) difficult to chew or bite through
- alternative: Something different you can choose
- recommend: To advise or suggest that someone do something
- evidence: Factual proof that helps to establish the truth
- tend: To move or act in a certain manner
- character: Person in a story, movie or play
- audience: Group of people attending a play, movie etc.
- gut: To destroy the inside of a building , e.g. by fire
- fertility: The state of a female being able to produce young
- viral: Of or caused by a virus
- bit: Device put in a horse's mouth to control it
- industry: Hard work; being busy working
- financial: Involving money
- notorious: Being famous or publicly known for something bad
- cortisol: Adrenal-cortex hormone (trade names Hydrocortone or Cortef) that is active in carbohydrate and protein metabolism
- seek: To ask someone for help
- scientific: Concerning academic study of the physical world
- profile: To write a short description of a person or group
- click: To work well with someone or something
- fit: Good looking; physically attractive
- vinegar: Sharp-tasting liquid made from sour wine, malt etc.
- cure: Something that solves a problem or makes it better
- solution: Mix of a liquid and a solid or a gas
- strange: Unusual or odd; surprising because unexpected
- trend: Current style or fashion
- heal: To recover from or forget a bad experience
- treatment: Medicine or method to make someone healthier
- target: A goal or amount you are trying to achieve
- lot: What happens to a person in life from chance; fate
- mainstream: Prevailing current of thought
- offer: Price you say you are willing to pay for something
- kind: In a caring and helpful manner
- problematic: Being difficult to deal with or fix
- harm: To damage, injure, or hurt someone or something
- latch: To tightly attach yourself to something
- simple: Not hard to understand or do; not complex
- point: An item to be discussed
- natural: Being as one would expect; being usual or normal
- fitness: Good physical condition; being in shape
- step: Movement done as part of a particular dance
- space: Empty area kept for a specific reason, like a car
- hide: To go to, or put a thing where it can't be found
- pharmaceutical: Concerning the science of drugs and medicines
- cancer: Any growth caused by abnormal cell division
- wellness: State of being happy, healthy or prosperous
- cider: Alcoholic drink made from fermented fruit (apples)
- arc: Smoothly curving line or movement
- hush: To make or become calm, quiet after being upset
- latin: Ancient Roman language affecting many languages
- online: Connected to the internet
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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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How can you spot a TikTok wellness scam? - What in the World podcast, BBC World Service
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黃秉宥 posted on 2025/03/24Ever scrolled through TikTok and wondered if that new wellness trend is legit? This episode dives deep into how to spot those sneaky wellness scams, especially those pushed by influencers! You'll pick up some super useful vocabulary for discussing health trends and learn how to navigate the online wellness world like a pro.
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