Vocabulary
- for example: As an illustration or instance.
- in terms of
- going on: To continue doing something
- at least: As a minimum
- on the news: Reported or broadcasted as part of a news program.
- in business: Actively operating as a commercial enterprise.
- tip of the iceberg: A small visible part of a much larger problem.
- in particular: Specifically; especially.
- in mind: Being aware of or considering something.
- look after: To take care of someone or something
- look at: To use your eyes to focus on something
- depending on: To rely on for support (financial or emotional)
- check on: To check that things are OK, correct
- equal parts: Amounts that are the same in size or quantity.
- all over the place: In a state of disorder; scattered everywhere.
- in court: Present or being discussed during a legal trial or hearing.
- look for: To try to find a thing or person that is lost
- talking about: To discuss a particular topic.
- to do with: To be about something; concern
- in the news: Being widely reported in the media.
- out of a job: Without employment; having lost one's job.
- stay in: To remain inside one's home.
- in power: Having control of a country or organization.
- play along: To cooperate or pretend to cooperate with someone
- on television: Appearing or broadcast on TV.
- regardless of
- based on: To use something as the foundation or starting point for something else.
- get back to: To get in contact with someone again
- any sort of: Any kind of; any type of
- bring down: To destroy (government, etc.) forcefully
- by itself: Alone; without help or assistance.
- in trouble: Experiencing difficulties, problems, or legal issues.
- good person: A morally upright and kind individual.
- to death: Extremely; to a great degree
- go to jail: To be sent to prison as a punishment for committing a crime.
- on to: Toward something; forward
- go on: To continue doing something
- move away: To relocate; to go and live in a different place.
- in case of: If something happens; in the event of.
- move to: To change the place where you live or work.
- used to: Did regularly before, but don't do now
- up there: In or to a higher place or position; far away.
- in future: At a time yet to come; from now onwards.
- stuff: Generic description for things, materials, objects
- sort: To organize things by putting them into groups
- process: To organize and use data in a computer
- majority: Amount that is more than half of a group
- situation: Place, position or area that something is in
- evidence: Factual proof that helps to establish the truth
- basically: Used before you explain something simply, clearly
- aware: Knowing or feeling that something exists
- force: Group of persons trained for military action; army
- consider: To think carefully about something
- manipulate: To try to control others to gain an advantage
- commit: To do something bad, usually a crime
- ability: The power, resources or skill to do something
- guilty: Responsible for doing something wrong
- bit: Device put in a horse's mouth to control it
- political: Being active or interested in government matters
- establish: To set or create something to last for a long time
- competition: Fighting against others to win something
- tip: To pour or move something from a place, container
- court: To act in a way to shows you wish to marry someone
- innocent: Free from guilt or responsibility for a crime
- congress: Meeting of elected or appointed representatives
- due: When something is required or expected
- equal: Same in shape, size, or number
- minority: Group that is smaller and different from the rest
- quiz: A game in which players answer questions on topics
- prove: To demonstrate truth by providing evidence
- crime: Act that is believed to be a mistake or foolish
- supreme: Greatest in degree/nature/quality; absolute best
- suicide: Act of purposely killing yourself
- company: Good feeling from being with someone else
- politician: Someone whose job is in politics
- silent: Without making any noise; soundless
- lot: What happens to a person in life from chance; fate
- information: Collection of facts and details about something
- defend: To protect and explain your position in court
- election: Process of choosing someone by voting
- government: Group of people and system that rule a nation
- bring: To take or go with someone to a place
- protect: To defend someone or something from harm or danger
- testimony: Public statement of personal religious experiences
- legal: Concerning the law; allowed by law
- senate: A board of governors at a college or university
- convict: Person in prison
- allegation: Accusation against someone (often in court)
- whistle: Device making a high sharp sound when blown
- allege: To state without proof
- iceberg: Very large mass of floating ice in the sea
- treason: Crime of trying to overthrow your own government
- vocal: Expressing an opinion publicly in a loud way
- impeach: To charge a public official with misconduct
- politic: Careful what you say; diplomatic
- impeachment: Charging a public official with misconduct
- obstruction: Any structure that makes progress difficult
- witch: Woman believed to have magical powers
- deflect: To cause to turn in a different direction
- judiciary: System of judges and courts in a country
- subpoena: Legal document forcing a witness to give evidence
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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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Political Vocabulary in English: 21 Common Terms
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林宜悉 posted on 2025/07/17Ever get confused by political news? This video breaks down 21 essential political terms like 'checks and balances,' 'due process,' and 'impeachment' so you can understand what's happening. You'll boost your vocabulary and gain cultural depth with this super clear explainer!
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