Vocabulary
- in the middle of: In the central part or point of something.
- look at: To use your eyes to focus on something
- have to: Must do
- in the world: Used to emphasize a question expressing surprise, confusion, or disbelief.
- used to: Did regularly before, but don't do now
- at least: As a minimum
- going on: To continue doing something
- at home: In one's own residence or country.
- to order: To give an instruction or command.
- sit down: To take a seat
- japanese style: Having characteristics typical of Japan, especially in design or aesthetics.
- outside of: Located or situated beyond the boundaries or confines of something.
- go on: To continue doing something
- to let: Indicates that a property is available for rent.
- figure out: To understand the behavior of someone
- instead of: When one thing is replaced by another
- for good measure: As an extra amount; in addition to what is strictly necessary.
- go out: To leave a building (e.g. a house)
- talking about: To discuss a particular topic.
- look over: To check something to see it works well; inspect
- walk back: To retract or reverse a previous statement or position.
- back out: To say you will now not do something you promised
- look for: To try to find a thing or person that is lost
- of a sudden: Quickly and unexpectedly; suddenly.
- all over the place: In a state of disorder; scattered everywhere.
- fancy: To want to have or do something; feel like
- unique: Unlike other things; being the only one like it
- dude: Form of address for a man
- explore: To examine something in detail to learn about it
- cruise: To easily achieve
- court: To act in a way to shows you wish to marry someone
- inspire: To give someone an idea to do or make something
- rest: Time when one relaxes, sleeps, or is inactive
- mind: To be bothered or upset by something
- pyramid: Four-sided structure with sides meeting at the top
- place: To put someone in a particular type of situation
- trip: To release an electrical switch
- starve: To (cause to) be hungry or go without food
- order: Religious or social group, as of nuns
- grace: Dignified polite behavior, as when things go badly
- purse: Small bag for carrying money and other things
- bring: To take or go with someone to a place
- middle: Place that is halfway between two things
- amazing: Surprising in a pleasing way
- head: To hit a ball with your head in a game
- memory: Ability of the mind to call back past things
- great: Very good; better than before
- turn: To become (a particular age)
- find: To become aware of something that is happening
- tunnel: Passage under the ground, often for cars or trains
- loud: Being very bright with colors, clothes etc.
- traffic: The cars or vehicles on the road
- mount: To attach something to something else
- area: Amount of measured space
- store: To put things in a place for later use
- bay: Part of an ocean or lake partly surrounded by land
- clear: Empty; without anything in it or on it
- signify: To mean something; be a symbol of something
- goodness: (Used to express slight surprise)
- towel: Piece of cloth used for drying things
- want: To desire or wish for something; hope for a thing
- expensive: Costing a lot of money
- convenience: Quality of being easy to do or saving time
- view: Opinion, belief, or idea about something
- cream: Pale color that is yellowish white
- bridge: Structure built over river, road so you can cross
- spicy: Hot and strongly flavored in taste
- dolphin: Sea animal like a big fish that breathes air
- whoa: Tell someone to do something more slowly
- curry: Indian food made of vegetables, meat and spices
- hungry: Feeling a need or want to eat food
- mackerel: Fish with wavy marks on the back
- twinkle: To shine with a flickering gleam of light
- restroom: Toilet; bathroom
- aqua: Blue tinged with green
- yen: Currency used in Japan
- roadway: Road over which vehicles travel
- teddy: A soft toy resembling a bear; teddy bear
- cheesecake: A cake made with cream cheese
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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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The Rest Area in the Middle of Tokyo Bay: Umihotaru 🛳️ Life in Japan EP 298
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林宜悉 posted on 2025/10/22Ever wondered about that incredible rest area floating in the middle of Tokyo Bay? This video takes you to Umihotaru, a unique spot on the Tokyo Aqua Line, where you'll see amazing panoramic views and even get to try some delicious ramen! You'll pick up practical phrases for travel and learn about Japanese culture along the way.
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