Vocabulary
- talking about: To discuss a particular topic.
- laid back
- for example: As an illustration or instance.
- of course: Sure ; Certainly
- have to: Must do
- on to: Toward something; forward
- move on: To decide to change or go to a different place
- live streaming: Broadcasting an event in real-time over the internet.
- end in: To have something as the final result.
- halfway through: At or in the middle of a period of time or an activity.
- in the way: Obstructing someone or something; hindering progress.
- think about: To consider something carefully.
- based on: To use something as the foundation or starting point for something else.
- put off: To take off, e.g. clothing
- in trouble: Experiencing difficulties, problems, or legal issues.
- think of: To look on as (being something specific); consider
- in part: To some extent; partially.
- instead of: When one thing is replaced by another
- stress out: To become anxious, worried, or tense.
- give off: To produce a smell or gas; emit
- know about: To have information or understanding of a subject or situation.
- going on: To continue doing something
- feel sick: To experience a sensation of nausea or illness
- with it: Intelligent, alert, and up-to-date.
- for some reason: For a reason that is not known or not easily explained.
- out and about: Having returned to your usual activities after an illness.
- live wire: A very energetic and lively person.
- take out: To apply for and get a license
- hang out: To spend time with your friends
- out there: In or to a place that is far away
- in the past: During a former period of time; previously.
- for sure: Definitely; certainly; without a doubt.
- at risk: In danger; likely to be harmed
- see in: To accompany someone to the entrance of a building or room.
- fall for: To be deceived or tricked by someone
- hanging out: To spend time with your friends
- for the rest: Concerning the remaining people or things.
- assume: To act in a false manner to mislead others
- absolutely: Completely; totally; very
- awesome: Great; wonderful; stupendous
- extremely: In a way that is much more than usual or expected
- exaggerate: To makes things seem more extreme than reality
- tricky: Difficult, so needing skill to do or deal with
- common: Area in a city or town that is open to everyone
- describe: To tell the appearance, sound, smell of something
- bet: To gamble money to win more money, e.g. on horses
- slang: Words or phrases used in a very informal way
- calm: Without wind or storm; quiet; peaceful
- bit: Device put in a horse's mouth to control it
- function: Social event, or party such as a wedding
- vibe: Distinct emotional aura experienced instinctively
- mean: Average of a set of numbers
- chill: State of being a little cold
- series: Set of stories or articles on a particular subject
- similar: Nearly the same; alike
- literal: Being the basic exact meaning of a word/expression
- nervous: Concerning the system of nerves in the body
- pretty: Being attractive to the eye in a simple way
- reason: To think and make conclusions in a logical manner
- rest: Time when one relaxes, sleeps, or is inactive
- role: Character played by an actor
- drift: (Of sand, etc.) to be blown into heaps by the wind
- energy: Physical or mental strength
- pale: Light in color; unhealthy looking
- stream: To send a constant flow of data over the internet
- documentary: Supported by written evidence
- lot: What happens to a person in life from chance; fate
- place: To put someone in a particular type of situation
- kind: In a caring and helpful manner
- adjective: A word that describes a noun, e.g. happy
- point: An item to be discussed
- glad: Happy or pleased about something/to do something
- rule: Something that is normal and usually happens
- lay: Amateur; not being a trained priest
- halfway: A middle point between two extremes
- nap: To sleep or rest for a short time during the day
- metaphorically: In a metaphorical manner
- broadcast: To send out signals by radio or television
- deadly: Causing or capable of causing death
- shiver: Act of shaking from fear or cold
- chilly: Slightly cold
- lively: Full of life and energy; merry; animated
- tired: Without energy so you want to rest or fall asleep
- outdate: To be older than
- deathly: Like death; very quiet, pale etc.
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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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2444 - Grammar That Breaks the Rules Part 1 Adjectives That End in “LY”
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Jasmine Chen cc posted on 2025/07/16Ever get confused by adjectives that end in "-ly"? This fun episode of Ollers English Podcast breaks down those tricky grammar exceptions, showing you how to use words like "sickly" and "lively" correctly in everyday conversations. You'll pick up practical vocabulary and boost your grammar knowledge in no time!
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