Vocabulary
- for example: As an illustration or instance.
- rather than: More exactly; more correctly
- as well as: Also; in addition to
- as one: Acting or moving together at the same time.
- with just: Using only; with no more than.
- in terms of
- rely on: To depend on someone or something
- bump into: To meet someone accidentally
- under the weather: Slightly ill; not feeling well.
- context: Set of facts surrounding a person or event
- slightly: Only a little
- description: Explanation of what something is like, looks like
- positive: Showing agreement or support for something
- associate: Partner in professional work, e.g. in law
- common: Area in a city or town that is open to everyone
- general: Widespread, normal or usual
- variety: Particular type of thing or person
- interpret: To express so that others understand it
- pronounce: To state something in a legal or official way
- bit: Device put in a horse's mouth to control it
- slang: Words or phrases used in a very informal way
- conference: Series of lectures held as an event
- clever: Funny in a way that shows intelligence
- shelter: Place to protect people/animals from abuse
- response: Something said/written as an answer to something
- simply: In an easy or clear manner
- refer: To talk about or write about something
- section: A part of a whole
- challenge: An activity you wish to try that may be hard to do
- pretty: Being attractive to the eye in a simple way
- technically: In an exact and particular manner
- subject: The person, thing, or idea that is being discussed, described, or studied.
- click: To work well with someone or something
- honest: Good, truthful, sincere, or faithful; trustworthy
- respond: To answer something or someone
- quiz: A game in which players answer questions on topics
- hang: To attach a picture, photograph etc. onto a wall
- correct: Being suitable and appropriate for an occasion
- formal: Observing rules and procedures strictly
- plural: Being more than one person or thing
- bump: To bounce along over a rough surface
- secret: Kept hidden from others; Known only to a few people
- informal: Casual; relaxed
- notice: To become aware by sight, touch, or hearing
- lot: What happens to a person in life from chance; fate
- sound: Sensible, dependable and reliable
- british: Concerning the culture and people of British
- learn: To get knowledge or skills by study or experience
- upbeat: Being positive and cheerful
- information: Collection of facts and details about something
- volunteer: Working willingly without pay to help others
- greet: To meet with friendly words and actions; welcome
- scan: To look inside of the body with a special machine
- omit: To not do, or include
- complain: To say something is wrong and should be changed
- regional: Of a particular area, not the whole of a country
- grammatically: Correctly; as expected in correct grammar
- shorten: To make something, e.g. a skirt, shorter
- understate: To describe as smaller/less important than reality
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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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Answer "HOW ARE YOU?" in Advanced English: Use These Phrases! (C1+)
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VoiceTube posted on 2025/04/24Tired of saying 'I'm fine, thanks' every single time? This video dives into advanced English phrases to answer 'How are you?' like a native speaker, perfect for C1+ learners! You'll pick up essential vocabulary and cultural nuances for everyday greetings and even email exchanges.
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