Vocabulary
- know about: To have information or understanding of a subject or situation.
- at some point: At an unspecified time, usually in the future.
- in hand: In one's possession or control.
- also known as: Also called; alternatively named.
- look at: To use your eyes to focus on something
- deep love: A profound and intense feeling of affection and care.
- for days: For a long period of time; lasting several days.
- instead of: When one thing is replaced by another
- show up: To arrive or be seen at a place, e.g. a party
- due to: Because of; owing to
- with it: Intelligent, alert, and up-to-date.
- set up
- compulsory education: Education that is required by law to be attended by all children.
- check out
- anxiety: A feeling of worry, nervousness, or unease about something that might happen, especially when the outcome is uncertain.
- episode: One separate event in a series of events
- intense: Very strong, great or extreme in degree
- eventually: After a long time; after many attempts; in the end
- mental: Concerning the mind
- recognize: To accept the truth or reality of something
- depression: Medical condition of a lack of vitality
- trait: A particular characteristic that can produce a particular type of behavior
- alternative: Something different you can choose
- practice: The office and place for legal or medical work
- realize: To become aware of or understand mentally
- disorder: State of confusion or a lack of organization
- pursue: To follow and try to catch, or to reach a goal
- severe: Very bad; harsh
- spectrum: The wavelengths of colors from red to violet
- treat: To pay for the food or enjoyment of someone else
- appetite: Feeling of hunger or desire for something
- identify: To indicate who or what someone or something is
- career: Particular occupation in professional life
- emotional: Causing, feeling, or appealing to the emotions
- substance: Essence of; most basic or central qualities
- spread: A big meal, often laid out as a buffet
- ability: The power, resources or skill to do something
- guilty: Responsible for doing something wrong
- cope: To deal with something in spite of difficulties
- realistic: Looks or appears real; like things really are
- brain: To strike someone forcefully on the head
- spontaneously: In a sudden, unplanned way
- confront: To make someone, e.g. who has lied, face the truth
- furious: Extremely angry
- complete: To finish or reach the end of doing something
- suddenly: In an unexpected or very quick manner
- due: When something is required or expected
- interest: Best or most advantageous thing for someone
- mood: Emotion or a state of mind; how you feel
- previously: At an earlier time
- frequency: Number of repetitions of (radio or sound) wave
- diagnose: To determine the cause of an illness or problem
- support: To give assistance or advice to someone
- invincible: That cannot be defeated; unbeatable
- daily: Happening every day
- difficult: Hard; not easy; you need to work hard to do it
- deep: Complex and important
- include: To make someone, something part of a group
- manic: Very excited in an almost uncontrollable way
- compulsory: Required by the rules; that you cannot avoid doing
- dictionary: Book with the spellings and meanings of many words
- mania: Mental illness marked by high energy or excitement
- group: Two or more musicians who play music together
- coaster: Mat placed under a glass to protect furniture
- stabilize: To make stable/consistent, with no major changes
- bipolar: (Disorder) exhibiting extremes of behavior
- energize: To give more energy and power to someone
- psychotherapy: Therapy for the mind
- worthless: Being of no value; without positive aspects
- tirelessly: In a manner showing no signs of a lack of energy
- relapse: Recurrence of bad symptoms after improvement
- traditionally: Something done in a customary, traditional manner
- depressive: Suffering a psychological lack of happiness
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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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From Mania to Depression: Living with Bipolar Disorder
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林宜悉 posted on 2025/06/17Ever wondered about the highs and lows of bipolar disorder? This video dives into manic and depressive episodes with a compelling case study, helping you understand the condition and its treatment options. You'll pick up advanced vocabulary related to mental health and hear real-life situations perfect for practicing your English!
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