Vocabulary
- bump into: To meet someone accidentally
- have to: Must do
- check out
- got to: To arrive at some place
- look at: To use your eyes to focus on something
- for example: As an illustration or instance.
- at the same time: Simultaneously; at the identical moment.
- same time: Occurring simultaneously or at the same point in time.
- going on: To continue doing something
- phone number: A sequence of digits assigned to a telephone subscriber, used to make a call to that phone.
- throw off: To put out (heat, smell etc.); emit
- bow down: To submit to someone or something; to show respect or obedience.
- to let: Indicates that a property is available for rent.
- talking about: To discuss a particular topic.
- follow through: To fulfill a promise
- as opposed to: In contrast to; rather than.
- better understanding: An improved level of comprehension or knowledge.
- move around: To change position or location; to go from place to place.
- by accident: Without intending to; unintentionally.
- for instance: As an example.
- depending on: To rely on for support (financial or emotional)
- off the bat: Immediately; without delay.
- right off the bat: Immediately; from the very beginning or start.
- as soon as: In a short time after (something happens)
- shut up: To close something, e.g. a shop
- have on: To be wearing something.
- for now: Temporarily; for the present time.
- specific: Precise; particular; just about that thing
- situation: Place, position or area that something is in
- properly: In an appropriate or correct manner
- regret: Feeling of being sorry, as for what you didn't do
- vocabulary: Words that have to do with a particular subject
- general: Widespread, normal or usual
- mess: Something that is untidy, dirty or unclean
- imagine: To think creatively about; form mental picture of
- relationship: Connection between two or more people or things
- blame: To say someone is responsible for something bad
- bit: Device put in a horse's mouth to control it
- draw: To attract attention to someone or something
- state: Region within a country, with its own government
- behavior: The way a person or thing acts; manner
- attention: Taking notice of someone or something
- polite: Showing good manners or respect for other people
- interrupt: To stop something from happening for a while
- couple: To join something to something else
- guess: To give an answer without knowing if it is correct
- accept: To agree to receive or take something offered
- major: High-ranking officer in the army
- patient: Not getting annoyed when things take a long time
- responsibility: Job, task or thing you are expected to look after
- formal: Observing rules and procedures strictly
- leave: To go away from; depart
- fault: A failure or negative aspect of
- minor: Not so large in size; not important or valuable
- excuse: To allow someone not to do (jury service, etc.)
- bump: To bounce along over a rough surface
- secret: Kept hidden from others; Known only to a few people
- haven: Place where people can feel safe and happy
- informal: Casual; relaxed
- appreciation: Rise in value (of property or belongings)
- lot: What happens to a person in life from chance; fate
- single: One run in cricket or a hit baseball
- hit: To have a negative impact on a person/place/thing
- foul: Terrible in smell, taste, appearance or morals
- grace: Dignified polite behavior, as when things go badly
- patience: Ability to wait without being annoyed
- doo: Bird commonly referred to as a pigeon
- oop: Sound people make when they make a mistake
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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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Say Sorry the Right Way: How to Make a Real Apology
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林宜悉 posted on 2025/09/12Ever stumbled over the right words when you need to apologize? This video is your ultimate guide to saying sorry the right way, covering everything from simple 'excuse me' to making a formal apology. You'll pick up essential phrases for daily and workplace situations, making sure your apologies are always sincere and effective!
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