Vocabulary

  • have to: Must do
  • behind the scenes: Secretly or without being known to the public.
  • pass through: To experience something, often unpleasant or difficult.
  • run away from: To run somewhere, e.g. to escape from something
  • in general: Typically; usually; on the whole.
  • film set: A location, real or constructed, where a film or television show is shot.
  • my eye: Used to express disbelief or skepticism.
  • as well as: Also; in addition to
  • work in: To make an opening for something in your schedule
  • have at: To attack someone or something.
  • stand by: To keep to an agreement
  • used to: Did regularly before, but don't do now
  • no fear: Showing confidence or bravery; not afraid.
  • in the wind: Something likely to happen or be revealed soon.
  • walk with: To accompany someone while walking.
  • with it: Intelligent, alert, and up-to-date.
  • walk through: To show someone carefully how to do something
  • in return: As a reciprocal action or gesture; in exchange or repayment.
  • in the shadow of: Close to and influenced or dominated by something else.
  • set out: To arrange something in an orderly fashion
  • in fact: Used to emphasize the truth of a statement, especially one that contrasts with or contradicts something else.
  • step out: To go outside for a short time
  • long for: To have a strong desire or yearning for something.
  • make waves: To cause problems or difficulties.
  • back into: To drive a vehicle backwards into a space or area.
  • experience: Thing a person has done or that happened to them
  • general: Widespread, normal or usual
  • indulge: To let someone else have or do what they want
  • fear: Unpleasant feeling caused by being aware of danger
  • position: Person's opinion or attitude about something
  • conduct: Your behavior
  • fuel: To give power to (a mob, anger, etc.); incite
  • worth: the financial, practical or moral value of somebody/something
  • establish: To set or create something to last for a long time
  • renowned: Widely known and esteemed
  • private: Being away from others and quiet
  • spirit: Person's strong determination or attitude
  • resort: Act of choosing something to help with a problem
  • luxury: Something expensive bought for pleasure
  • bear: To accept (responsibilities or duties)
  • depend: Be controlled or determined by (someone/something)
  • whisper: To talk with breath but no voice
  • place: To put someone in a particular type of situation
  • determination: Will to achieve a goal despite difficulties
  • trip: To release an electrical switch
  • sustainability: Property of being able to be continued/repeated
  • serene: Very calm or peaceful
  • staff: Employees of a company
  • eloquent: Able to speak expressively or convincingly
  • unfold: (Of a situation) to be told or revealed
  • monitor: To observe and keep a record of something
  • hospitality: Welcoming treatment of visitors or guests
  • stand: To be a candidate in an election
  • cocktail: Mixed alcoholic drink, containing spirit like gin
  • migrate: To move from one country or place to live or work
  • protect: To defend someone or something from harm or danger
  • exceed: To be greater in number, degree than something
  • traditional: Involved in a custom or event common to a people
  • swirl: To make a twisting shape, mark, or pattern
  • alive: Living; not dead
  • float: To sell the shares of a company publicly
  • award: To give a prize for doing something well
  • arrange: To write music for a particular instrument
  • incense: To cause to feel great anger; to infuriate
  • real: Actually existing or happening, not imagined
  • life: All the living things e.g. animals, plants, humans
  • earn: To deserve something because you worked for it
  • nature: Person's character or particular way of behaving
  • quiet: Hidden, or done in a private way
  • lizard: Reptile with scales and a long body and tail
  • forest: Large area with many trees
  • fiercely: In an emotionally violent manner
  • serenity: Absence of mental stress or anxiety
  • meet: To provide something that is necessary
  • posh: Seeming expensive; of/typical of the upper class
  • guest: Person invited to visit or stay in someone's home
  • condo: Building containing individually owned apartments
  • nest: Home, e.g. of twigs, made by a bird, insect etc.
  • reshape: To form something into a new shape
  • coconut: A large nut with a hairy shell and white flesh
  • tirelessly: In a manner showing no signs of a lack of energy
  • certify: To approve someone as authorized, valid
  • python: A large snake that crushes its victims
  • turtle: Animal that lives in water and has a hard shell
  • swan: Large white water bird with a long graceful neck
  • lotus: Any aquatic plant of the water lily family
  • cobra: Deadly snake known for its hooded head
  • spa: Place you go to bathe in/drink water for health
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    • alive

      US /əˈlaɪv/

      UK /ə'laɪv/

      • Adjective
      • Living; not dead
      • Active; energetic; full of life.
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    • arrange

      US /əˈrendʒ/

      UK /əˈreɪndʒ/

      • Transitive Verb
      • To write music for a particular instrument
      • To organize things or people in a particular way
      A2TOEIC
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    • as well as

      US /æz wɛl æz/

      UK /æz wel æz/

      • Adverb
      • Also; in addition to
      • Preposition
      • In addition to; and also.
      A1
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    • award

      US /əˈwɔrd/

      UK /ə'wɔ:d/

      • Transitive Verb
      • To give a prize for doing something well
      • Countable Noun
      • Prize given to you because you did something well
      A2TOEIC
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    • back into

      US /bæk ˈɪntu/

      UK /bæk ˈɪntuː/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To drive a vehicle backwards into a space or area.
      • To accidentally collide with something while moving backwards.
      A1
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    • bear

      US /bɛr/

      UK /bɛː/

      • Transitive Verb
      • To accept (responsibilities or duties)
      • To give birth to a child; to produce fruit
      • Countable Noun
      • Large brown animal with fur that lives in forests
      • Someone who expects stock market to fall
      A2
      More
    • behind the scenes

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • Secretly or without being known to the public.
      • In a position to influence events without any public knowledge.
      A1
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    • certify

      US /ˈsɜ:rtɪfaɪ/

      UK /ˈsɜ:tɪfaɪ/

      • Transitive Verb
      • To approve someone as authorized, valid
      • To confirm the truth or reality of something
      B2
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    • cobra

      US /ˈkoʊbrə/

      UK /ˈkəʊbrə/

      • Noun
      • Deadly snake known for its hooded head
      C1
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    • cocktail

      US /ˈkɑkˌtel/

      UK /'kɒkteɪl/

      • Noun
      • Mixed alcoholic drink, containing spirit like gin
      B2
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    • coconut

      US /ˈkoʊkənʌt/

      UK /ˈkəʊkənʌt/

      • Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
      • A large nut with a hairy shell and white flesh
      B2
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    • condo

      US /'kɒndoʊ/

      UK /'kɒndəʊ/

      • Countable Noun
      • Building containing individually owned apartments
      C2
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    • conduct

      US / kənˈdʌkt/

      UK /kənˈdʌkt/

      • Uncountable Noun
      • Your behavior
      • Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
      • To behave in a certain way; e.g. at a party
      • To let electricity or heat travel through
      B1TOEIC
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    • depend

      US /dɪˈpend/

      UK /dɪˈpend/

      • Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
      • Be controlled or determined by (someone/something)
      • To rely on someone or something for support, help, or existence.
      B1TOEIC
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    • determination

      US /dɪˌtɚməˈneʃən/

      UK /dɪˌtɜ:mɪˈneɪʃn/

      • Uncountable Noun
      • Will to achieve a goal despite difficulties
      • The act of finding out or establishing something exactly, usually as the result of research or calculation.
      B1
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    • earn

      US /ɜ:rn/

      UK /ɜ:n/

      • Transitive Verb
      • To deserve something because you worked for it
      • To get money for work
      A2TOEIC
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    • eloquent

      US /ˈɛləkwənt/

      UK /ˈeləkwənt/

      • Adjective
      • Able to speak expressively or convincingly
      B2
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    • establish

      US /ɪˈstæblɪʃ/

      UK /ɪˈstæblɪʃ/

      • Transitive Verb
      • To set or create something to last for a long time
      • To use facts, evidence to show truth or clarity
      A2TOEIC
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    • exceed

      US /ɪkˈsid/

      UK /ɪk'si:d/

      • Transitive Verb
      • To be greater in number, degree than something
      • To go above or beyond a limit or rule
      B1TOEIC
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    • fiercely

      US /ˈfɪrslɪ/

      UK /fɪəslɪ/

      • Adverb
      • In an emotionally violent manner
      B1
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    • film set

      US

      UK

      • Noun
      • A location, real or constructed, where a film or television show is shot.
      • The environment and equipment used for shooting a film.
      A2
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    • float

      US /floʊt/

      UK /fləʊt/

      • Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
      • To sell the shares of a company publicly
      • To move slowly and easily through air
      • Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
      • Object designed to stay on the surface of water
      • Decorated truck used in a festival
      B1
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    • fuel

      US /ˈfjuəl/

      UK /'fju:əl/

      • Transitive Verb
      • To give power to (a mob, anger, etc.); incite
      • To provide gas or petrol for something
      • Uncountable Noun
      • Material used to produce heat or power when burned
      A2TOEIC
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    • guest

      US /ɡɛst/

      UK /ɡest/

      • Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
      • Person invited to visit or stay in someone's home
      • Paying customer at a hotel or restaurant
      • Adjective
      • Referring to people visiting or staying at a place
      • Provided for or used by a guest.
      A2
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    • have at

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To attack someone or something.
      • To begin doing something with enthusiasm.
      A1
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    • have to

      US /hæv tu/

      UK /ˈhæv tə/

      • Auxiliary Verb
      • Must do
      A1
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    • hospitality

      US /ˌhɑspɪˈtælɪti/

      UK /ˌhɒspɪ'tælətɪ/

      • Uncountable Noun
      • Welcoming treatment of visitors or guests
      • The business of providing services to guests in hotels, restaurants, etc.
      B1
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    • in fact

      US /ɪn fækt/

      UK /in fækt/

      • Adverb
      • Used to emphasize the truth of a statement, especially one that contrasts with or contradicts something else.
      • Used to introduce a more detailed or surprising piece of information.
      • Phrase
      • Used to emphasize the truth of a statement, especially one that is surprising or contrary to what might be expected.
      C1
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    • in general

      US /ɪn ˈdʒɛnərəl/

      UK /in ˈdʒenərəl/

      • Phrase
      • Typically; usually; on the whole.
      • Not specific or detailed; broadly.
      • Adjective
      • Not detailed or specific; overall.
      C2
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    • in return

      US /ɪn rɪˈtɚn/

      UK /in riˈtə:n/

      • Adverb
      • As a reciprocal action or gesture; in exchange or repayment.
      • Phrase
      • As compensation or consideration for something.
      • As a reaction or response to something.
      A1
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    • in the shadow of

      US /ɪn ðə ˈʃædoʊ ʌv/

      UK /in ðə ˈʃædəu ɔv/

      • Preposition
      • Close to and influenced or dominated by something else.
      B2
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    • in the wind

      US /ɪn ðə wɪnd/

      UK /ɪn ðə wɪnd/

      • other
      • Something likely to happen or be revealed soon.
      B2
      More
    • incense

      US /'ɪnsens/

      UK /ˈɪnsens/

      • Transitive Verb
      • To cause to feel great anger; to infuriate
      • To perfume with incense.
      • Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
      • Substance burnt to make a pleasing smell
      B2TOEIC
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    • indulge

      US /ɪnˈdʌldʒ/

      UK /ɪnˈdʌldʒ/

      • Transitive Verb
      • To let someone else have or do what they want
      • To allow to do more pleasurable things than normal
      B1TOEIC
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    • lizard

      US /ˈlɪzərd/

      UK /ˈlɪzəd/

      • Noun
      • Reptile with scales and a long body and tail
      B2
      More
    • long for

      US /lɔŋ fɔr/

      UK /lɔŋ fɔ:/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To have a strong desire or yearning for something.
      A1
      More
    • lotus

      US /ˈlotəs/

      UK /'ləʊtəs/

      • Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
      • Any aquatic plant of the water lily family
      B2
      More
    • luxury

      US /ˈlʌɡʒəri, ˈlʌkʃə-/

      UK /ˈlʌkʃəri/

      • Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
      • Something expensive bought for pleasure
      • Something that gives great comfort and pleasure
      • Adjective
      • Very comfortable and expensive.
      A2
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    • make waves

      US

      UK

      • Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
      • To cause problems or difficulties.
      • To attract a lot of attention; to be noticed.
      A1
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    • migrate

      US /ˈmaɪgreɪt/

      UK /maɪˈgreɪt/

      • Intransitive Verb
      • To move from one country or place to live or work
      B1
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    • monitor

      US /ˈmɑ:nɪtə(r)/

      UK /ˈmɒnɪtə(r)/

      • Transitive Verb
      • To observe and keep a record of something
      • To observe and check the progress or quality of (something) over a period of time; keep under systematic review.
      • Noun
      • A senior student at school
      • Electronic screen on which you can see images
      A2TOEIC
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    • my eye

      US /ˈmaɪ aɪ/

      UK /ˈmaɪ ai/

      • other
      • Used to express disbelief or skepticism.
      B2
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    • nest

      US /nɛst/

      UK /nest/

      • Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
      • Home, e.g. of twigs, made by a bird, insect etc.
      • Things designed to fit together
      • Intransitive Verb
      • To create or live in a nest
      • To settle comfortably within or against something.
      B1
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    • no fear

      US /no fɪɚ/

      UK /nəʊ fɪə/

      • other
      • Showing confidence or bravery; not afraid.
      B1
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    • pass through

      US /pæs θru/

      UK /pɑ:s θru:/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To experience something, often unpleasant or difficult.
      • To go through something; to move from one side to the other of something.
      A2
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    • posh

      US /pɑ:ʃ/

      UK /pɒʃ/

      • Adjective
      • Seeming expensive; of/typical of the upper class
      B2
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    • python

      US /ˈpaɪˌθɑn, -θən/

      UK /'paɪθən/

      • Noun
      • A large snake that crushes its victims
      B2
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    • renowned

      US /rɪˈnaʊnd/

      UK /rɪˈnaʊnd/

      • Adjective
      • Widely known and esteemed
      B2TOEIC
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    • reshape

      US /riˈʃep/

      UK /ˌri:'ʃeɪp/

      • Transitive Verb
      • To form something into a new shape
      B2
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    • resort

      US /rɪ'zɔ:rt/

      UK /rɪ'zɔ:t/

      • Noun
      • Act of choosing something to help with a problem
      • Vacation hotel or complex; area for holidays
      B1TOEIC
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    • run away from

      US /rʌn əˈwe frʌm/

      UK /rʌn əˈwei frɔm/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To run somewhere, e.g. to escape from something
      A1
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    • serene

      US /səˈrin/

      UK /səˈri:n/

      • Adjective
      • Very calm or peaceful
      B2
      More
    • serenity

      US /səˈrɛnɪti/

      UK /sə'renətɪ/

      • Uncountable Noun
      • Absence of mental stress or anxiety
      B2
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    • set out

      US /sɛt aʊt/

      UK /set aut/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To arrange something in an orderly fashion
      • To give in detail in writing
      A1
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    • spa

      US /spɑ/

      UK /spɑ:/

      • Noun
      • Place you go to bathe in/drink water for health
      C2
      More
    • spirit

      US /ˈspɪrɪt/

      UK /'spɪrɪt/

      • Noun
      • Person's strong determination or attitude
      • Unique qualities of person, place, or time
      • Transitive Verb
      • To take someone away as if by magic
      A2
      More
    • stand by

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To keep to an agreement
      • To wait for something to happen, e.g. TV broadcast
      A1
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    • step out

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To go outside for a short time
      • To begin a romantic relationship with someone.
      A1
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    • sustainability

      US

      UK

      • Uncountable Noun
      • Property of being able to be continued/repeated
      • The ability to be maintained at a certain rate or level; avoidance of the depletion of natural resources in order to maintain an ecological balance.
      B2
      More
    • swan

      US /swɑn/

      UK /swɒn/

      • Noun
      • Large white water bird with a long graceful neck
      B2
      More
    • swirl

      US /swɜrl/

      UK /swɜ:l/

      • Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
      • To make a twisting shape, mark, or pattern
      B1
      More
    • tirelessly

      US /'taɪələslɪ/

      UK /'taɪələslɪ/

      • Adverb
      • In a manner showing no signs of a lack of energy
      B1
      More
    • traditional

      US /trəˈdɪʃənəl/

      UK /trəˈdɪʃənl/

      • Adjective
      • Involved in a custom or event common to a people
      A2TOEIC
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    • trip

      US /trɪp/

      UK /trɪp/

      • Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
      • To release an electrical switch
      • To fall by catching your foot on something
      • Noun
      • Act of falling down; falling over an obstacle
      • Journey or visit to a place
      A2
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    • turtle

      US /ˈtɜ:rtl/

      UK /ˈtɜ:tl/

      • Noun
      • Animal that lives in water and has a hard shell
      B1
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    • unfold

      US /ʌnˈfold/

      UK /ʌn'fəʊld/

      • Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
      • (Of a situation) to be told or revealed
      • To open something that was folded
      • Intransitive Verb
      • To happen, be told or be revealed
      B1
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    • used to

      US /juzd tu/

      UK /ˈju:st tə/

      • Adjective
      • Did regularly before, but don't do now
      • Auxiliary Verb
      • Have done before, but do not do now
      A1
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    • walk through

      US /wɔk θru/

      UK /wɔ:k θru:/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To show someone carefully how to do something
      A1
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    • walk with

      US /wɔk wɪð/

      UK /wɔ:k wið/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To accompany someone while walking.
      • Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
      • To support or stand by someone.
      More
    • whisper

      US /ˈhwɪspɚ,ˈwɪs-/

      UK /'wɪspə(r)/

      • Intransitive Verb
      • To talk with breath but no voice
      • Noun
      • Act of talking without using your voice
      A2
      More
    • with it

      US /wɪð ɪt/

      UK /wið it/

      • Adjective
      • Intelligent, alert, and up-to-date.
      • Understanding and knowledgeable about current trends or information.
      A1
      More
    • work in

      US /wɚk ɪn/

      UK /wə:k in/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To make an opening for something in your schedule
      • To fit person/thing into a schedule or sequence
      A1
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    • worth

      US /wɚθ/

      UK /wɜ:θ/

      • Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
      • the financial, practical or moral value of somebody/something
      • having a particular value, especially in money
      • Adjective
      • Having a specified value.
      A2
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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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