Vocabulary
- have to: Must do
- at least: As a minimum
- think of: To look on as (being something specific); consider
- to do with: To be about something; concern
- got to: To arrive at some place
- talking about: To discuss a particular topic.
- on the slide: In a state of decline or deterioration.
- for example: As an illustration or instance.
- in fact: Used to emphasize the truth of a statement, especially one that contrasts with or contradicts something else.
- in the world: Used to emphasize a question expressing surprise, confusion, or disbelief.
- much about: A lot of information or knowledge concerning something.
- for the better: Resulting in improvement; to a more favorable condition.
- do in: To make completely tired out and exhausted
- go back to: To return to a starting point
- in need: Not having the necessary things, such as food
- at the same time: Simultaneously; at the identical moment.
- same time: Occurring simultaneously or at the same point in time.
- of course: Sure ; Certainly
- into perspective: To clarify or provide a broader understanding of a situation or issue.
- emotionally charged: Filled with strong emotions; causing strong emotions.
- think about: To consider something carefully.
- book on: A book about a particular subject.
- around the world: In or to many countries.
- in the news: Being widely reported in the media.
- dress up: To put on your best clothes, e.g. for a party
- play in: To participate or compete in a game or competition.
- know about: To have information or understanding of a subject or situation.
- fit in: To mix with others so you get on well with them
- stand for: To support a particular idea, e.g. in politics
- on the back of: As a result of or following something.
- hit with: To strike someone or something using an object.
- come from: To have as your native country or city
- go for it: An expression of encouragement or approval.
- work at: To have a job at a particular place or organization.
- with dignity: In a manner that shows respect and seriousness.
- dig into: To start eating food enthusiastically.
- advanced technology: Cutting-edge or highly developed technology.
- get across: To communicate (something) clearly and effectively.
- save the day: To prevent a disaster or failure; to rescue a situation.
- down the road: At a future time; in the future.
- like magic: In a way that is surprisingly easy or sudden.
- get back to: To get in contact with someone again
- based on: To use something as the foundation or starting point for something else.
- on the market: Available for sale.
- instead of: When one thing is replaced by another
- tall order: A task or request that is difficult to achieve.
- with it: Intelligent, alert, and up-to-date.
- throw out: To make someone leave, because of bad behavior
- in the weeds: Overwhelmed by complexity or amount of work.
- slide around: To avoid discussing a topic directly; to evade.
- ahead of time: Before the scheduled time; early.
- air out: To ventilate a room or space by opening windows or doors.
- move away: To relocate; to go and live in a different place.
- leave on: To keep something (especially clothing) on your body.
- stand out
- turn back: To stop and move backward on some issue
- turn to: To go to someone for help, advice, or information.
- in the business of: Engaged in a particular commercial activity or profession.
- together with: In addition to; along with.
- everyday people: Ordinary or common people, without special status or wealth.
- the following: Next in order or sequence.
- in your dreams: Used to say something is very unlikely or impossible.
- get out of: To leave or escape responsibilities, troubles
- by now: At the present time or already; before the present.
- above all: Most importantly; more than anything else.
- to: Toward a point, person, place or thing
- go: To attend or be at a place
- time: Speed at which music is played; tempo
- people: Persons sharing culture, country, background, etc.
- brain: To strike someone forcefully on the head
- passionate: Being easily excited to strong emotions
- passion: Powerful, positive excitement and interest
- presentation: Act of giving a formal talk about something
- introduce: To open an essay to set the scene
- device: Object, machine, or equipment for a specific use
- communicate: To give and exchange information
- picture: General situation or state of being
- laugh: To make a happy sound when something is funny
- slide: Part of machines that slides backward and forward
- big: Popular
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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
A2 Elementary
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