Vocabulary

  • come back: To reply to someone, often forcefully
  • feel like: To have a desire or inclination for something.
  • lead to: To result in some action
  • clock in: To record the time of one's arrival at work, typically using a time clock.
  • gear up: To prepare for an activity or event.
  • have to: Must do
  • track down: To find out where someone is; hunt; chase
  • play on: To exploit or take advantage of something, such as someone's emotions or weaknesses.
  • on the streets: Without a home; homeless or exposed outdoors.
  • set up
  • go around: (Of news, gossip) to be known; circulate
  • at the end of the day: Ultimately; when everything else is considered.
  • short and sweet: Brief and pleasant; concise and agreeable.
  • run on: To continue longer than expected, e.g. a meeting
  • tear down: To demolish or destroy a building or structure.
  • at night: During the night; in the nighttime.
  • in love with: Feeling romantic love for someone.
  • for now: Temporarily; for the present time.
  • inside of: Within; in the inner part of.
  • for that matter: Used to emphasize that something is true or likely to happen, or to introduce a related point.
  • beyond me: Impossible for me to understand.
  • out of time: Having no more time available to do something.
  • on time
  • on the inside: Having a position of authority or influence within an organization or system.
  • check out
  • go ahead: To start an activity; start doing, working etc.
  • incredible: Very good; amazing
  • reveal: To show something that was hidden before
  • grab: To take and hold something quickly
  • wrap: Piece of clothing worn loosely on the shoulders
  • momentum: Speed or force that is gained when something moves
  • gear: To aim at or prepare yourself for something
  • tiny: Very, very small
  • seemingly: Appearing to be but may not actually be; probably
  • guess: To give an answer without knowing if it is correct
  • visual: Of or relating to vision
  • quest: Long and challenging journey to find something
  • crunch: To crush something into pieces
  • gain: To increase in something, such as weight
  • tear: Drop of salty water from the eye
  • document: Official (printed) record that gives information
  • original: Being first made, thought or performed; fresh
  • lot: What happens to a person in life from chance; fate
  • century: Period of 100 years
  • illegal: Not allowed by the laws or rules
  • single: One run in cricket or a hit baseball
  • sign: Indication that something exists or will happen
  • protagonist: Main character in a story
  • mission: A task or role someone is given to do
  • custom: Person's regular, daily habit or practice
  • piece: A counter in a board game
  • hint: To suggest without being direct about it
  • amazing: Surprising in a pleasing way
  • warehouse: Large building for storing goods, e.g. grain
  • handle: To cope with or take responsibility for
  • nail: Pointed piece of metal used to join pieces of wood
  • find: To become aware of something that is happening
  • shot: To kick or throw a ball at a goal
  • prodigy: Young person who is amazingly talented
  • future: Time that is to come after the present
  • legendary: Being a very famous sports player, actor etc.
  • start: First time or place that a thing exists; beginning
  • disappear: To no longer see because it's not there any more
  • envelope: Paper cover you put around a letter to mail it
  • feel: To be aware of or experience an emotion, sensation
  • list: To lean to one side, like a boat or ship
  • climb: To rise gradually and steadily to a higher point
  • design: To plan in a particular way to fulfill a purpose
  • heart: A feeling of care for others; compassion
  • cable: To transmit a message over a wire
  • closure: Feeling of accepting a death, divorce etc.
  • arcade: Covered passageway with shops on either side
  • shutter: Part of a camera that opens to allow in light
  • ninja: Japanese martial arts warrior, often an assassin
  • neon: Gaseous element used in electric lamps and signs
  • rooftop: Top of a roof, e.g. of garden on a roof
  • dragon: Imaginary creatures that breathe fire
  • preview: Showing of a movie before public release
  • artwork: the pieces of art, such as drawings and photographs, that are used in books, newspapers, and magazines
  • indoor: Located, done, or used inside a building
  • smoky: (Room) full of smoke
  • bookstore: Shop where books are sold
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    • amazing

      US /ə'meɪzɪŋ/

      UK /ə'meɪzɪŋ/

      • Adjective
      • Surprising in a pleasing way
      • Transitive Verb
      • To cause wonder; to surprise completely
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    • arcade

      US /ɑ:rˈkeɪd/

      UK /ɑ:ˈkeɪd/

      • Noun
      • Covered passageway with shops on either side
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    • artwork

      US /ˈɑrtˌwɚk/

      UK /ˈɑ:twə:k/

      • Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
      • the pieces of art, such as drawings and photographs, that are used in books, newspapers, and magazines
      C1
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    • at night

      US /æt naɪt/

      UK /æt nait/

      • Phrase
      • During the night; in the nighttime.
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    • at the end of the day

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • Ultimately; when everything else is considered.
      • After a day's work or activities.
      A1
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    • beyond me

      US

      UK

      • Adjective
      • Impossible for me to understand.
      • Impossible for me to do.
      B2
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    • bookstore

      US /ˈbʊkˌstɔr, -ˌstor/

      UK /'bʊkstɔ:(r)/

      • Countable Noun
      • Shop where books are sold
      B2
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    • cable

      US /ˈkebəl/

      UK /ˈkeɪbl/

      • Transitive Verb
      • To transmit a message over a wire
      • Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
      • Message sent by wireless telegraphy
      • Satellite TV distributed by cables
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    • check out

      US /tʃɛk aʊt/

      UK /tʃek aut/

      • Phrase
      • Phrasal Verb
      • To find out information about something
      • To take books out of a library
      A1
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    • clock in

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To record the time of one's arrival at work, typically using a time clock.
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    • closure

      US /ˈkloʊʒə(r)/

      UK /ˈkləʊʒə(r)/

      • Uncountable Noun
      • Feeling of accepting a death, divorce etc.
      • Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
      • Act of closing something
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    • come back

      US /kʌm bæk/

      UK /kʌm bæk/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To reply to someone, often forcefully
      • To be remembered
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    • crunch

      US /krʌntʃ/

      UK /krʌntʃ/

      • Transitive Verb
      • To crush something into pieces
      • To crush something noisily.
      • Intransitive Verb
      • To chew noisily with a crackling sound
      • To make a crushing sound when walked on.
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    • custom

      US /ˈkʌstəm/

      UK /ˈkʌstəm/

      • Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
      • Person's regular, daily habit or practice
      • Tradition that most people in a community do
      • Adjective
      • Specially made to order
      • Modified to a particular specification.
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    • document

      US /ˈdɑkjəmənt/

      UK /'dɒkjʊmənt/

      • Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
      • Official (printed) record that gives information
      • Transitive Verb
      • To support an opinion with recorded evidence
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    • dragon

      US /ˈdræɡən/

      UK /ˈdrægən/

      • Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
      • Imaginary creatures that breathe fire
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    • envelope

      US /ˈenvəloʊp/

      UK /ˈenvələʊp/

      • Countable Noun
      • Paper cover you put around a letter to mail it
      • A container for data in computing.
      B1
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    • feel like

      US

      UK

      • Intransitive Verb
      • To have a desire or inclination for something.
      • To have a particular quality or sensation; resemble.
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    • for now

      US /fɔr naʊ/

      UK /fɔ: nau/

      • Phrase
      • Temporarily; for the present time.
      • In the short term; for the immediate future.
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    • for that matter

      US /fɔr ðæt ˈmætɚ/

      UK /fɔ: ðæt ˈmætə/

      • Phrase
      • Used to emphasize that something is true or likely to happen, or to introduce a related point.
      • Used to introduce a statement that supports or strengthens a previous statement.
      A2
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    • gain

      US /ɡen/

      UK /ɡeɪn/

      • Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
      • To increase in something, such as weight
      • To get something wanted, needed or valued
      • Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
      • An increase in something, such as weight
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    • gear

      US /ɡɪr/

      UK /ɡɪə(r)/

      • Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
      • To aim at or prepare yourself for something
      • Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
      • A speed selector connected to an engine
      • Special clothes you use for a purpose
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    • gear up

      US /ɡɪr ʌp/

      UK /ɡiə ʌp/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To prepare for an activity or event.
      • To equip oneself with necessary gear or equipment.
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    • go ahead

      US /ɡo əˈhɛd/

      UK /ɡəu əˈhed/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To start an activity; start doing, working etc.
      • To give permission to do something
      • Intransitive Verb
      • To start or proceed with something
      • To proceed despite potential obstacles or doubts.
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    • go around

      US /ɡo əˈraʊnd/

      UK /ɡəu əˈraund/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • (Of news, gossip) to be known; circulate
      • To go here and there, from place to place; wander
      A1
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    • grab

      US /ɡræb/

      UK /ɡræb/

      • Transitive Verb
      • To take and hold something quickly
      A2
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    • handle

      US /ˈhændl/

      UK /'hændl/

      • Transitive Verb
      • To cope with or take responsibility for
      • To control a machine, car etc.
      • Countable Noun
      • The part of a door you hold to open it
      • Thing you hold to carry or open a bag, pan etc.
      A2TOEIC
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    • have to

      US /hæv tu/

      UK /ˈhæv tə/

      • Auxiliary Verb
      • Must do
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    • hint

      US /hɪnt/

      UK /hɪnt/

      • Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
      • To suggest without being direct about it
      • Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
      • Helpful piece of information
      • Tiny quantity or sign of something
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    • illegal

      US /ɪˈliɡəl/

      UK /ɪ'li:ɡl/

      • Adjective
      • Not allowed by the laws or rules
      • Prohibited by law; illicit.
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    • in love with

      US //ɪn lʌv wɪð//

      UK

      • Adjective
      • Feeling romantic love for someone.
      • Extremely enthusiastic about or fond of something.
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    • incredible

      US /ɪnˈkrɛdəbəl/

      UK /ɪnˈkredəbl/

      • Adjective
      • Very good; amazing
      • Really good; amazing; great
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    • indoor

      US /ˈɪnˌdɔr, -ˌdor/

      UK /ˈɪndɔ:(r)/

      • Adjective
      • Located, done, or used inside a building
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    • inside of

      US /ɪnˈsaɪd ʌv/

      UK /inˈsaid ɔv/

      • Preposition
      • Within; in the inner part of.
      • Within a certain period of time.
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    • lead to

      US /lid tu/

      UK /li:d tu:/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To result in some action
      • Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
      • To have something as a consequence or result.
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    • legendary

      US /ˈledʒənderi/

      UK /ˈledʒəndri/

      • Adjective
      • Being a very famous sports player, actor etc.
      • Remarkable enough to be famous; very well known.
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    • mission

      US /ˈmɪʃən/

      UK /'mɪʃn/

      • Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
      • A task or role someone is given to do
      • Special assignment given to a person or group
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    • momentum

      US /moˈmɛntəm/

      UK /mə'mentəm/

      • Uncountable Noun
      • Speed or force that is gained when something moves
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    • nail

      US /nel/

      UK /neɪl/

      • Countable Noun
      • Pointed piece of metal used to join pieces of wood
      • Hard part at the end of your finger
      • Transitive Verb
      • To attach things together with metal nails
      • To catch someone doing an illegal activity
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    • neon

      US /ˈni:ɑ:n/

      UK /ˈni:ɒn/

      • Uncountable Noun
      • Gaseous element used in electric lamps and signs
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    • ninja

      US /'nɪndʒə/

      UK /ˈnɪndʒə/

      • Noun
      • Japanese martial arts warrior, often an assassin
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    • on the inside

      US /ɑn ði ɪnˈsaɪd/

      UK /ɔn ðə inˈsaid/

      • Phrase
      • Having a position of authority or influence within an organization or system.
      • In prison; incarcerated.
      • Adjective
      • Possessing secret or confidential information.
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    • on the streets

      US /ɑn ðə strits/

      UK /ɒn ðə stri:ts/

      • other
      • Without a home; homeless or exposed outdoors.
      B2
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    • on time

      US /ɑn taɪm/

      UK /ɔn taim/

      • Phrase
      • Adjective
      • Arriving at or done by the required time
      • Meeting a deadline; punctual in fulfilling obligations.
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    • original

      US /əˈrɪdʒənəl/

      UK /ə'rɪdʒənl/

      • Adjective
      • Being first made, thought or performed; fresh
      • Being unique or thinking differently from others
      • Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
      • A work of art, writing, or music that is not a copy.
      • A person of fresh initiative or inventiveness.
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    • out of time

      US /aʊt ʌv taɪm/

      UK /aut ɔv taim/

      • Adjective
      • Having no more time available to do something.
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    • play on

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To exploit or take advantage of something, such as someone's emotions or weaknesses.
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    • preview

      US /ˈpriˌvju/

      UK /'pri:vju:/

      • Noun
      • Showing of a movie before public release
      • Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
      • To look ahead at something, e.g. a movie
      B2
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    • prodigy

      US /ˈprɑdədʒi/

      UK /'prɒdədʒɪ/

      • Countable Noun
      • Young person who is amazingly talented
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    • protagonist

      US /proˈtæɡənɪst/

      UK /prəˈtægənɪst/

      • Countable Noun
      • Main character in a story
      • A leading figure in a real event or cause.
      B2
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    • quest

      US /kwɛst/

      UK /kwest/

      • Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
      • Long and challenging journey to find something
      • Transitive Verb
      • To ask (someone) questions.
      • To search or seek for something.
      B2
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    • reveal

      US /rɪˈvil/

      UK /rɪ'vi:l/

      • Transitive Verb
      • To show something that was hidden before
      A2TOEIC
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    • rooftop

      US /ˈru:ftɑ:p/

      UK /ˈru:ftɒp/

      • Noun
      • Top of a roof, e.g. of garden on a roof
      • The top of a building, often flat and accessible.
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    • run on

      US /rʌn ɑn/

      UK /rʌn ɔn/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To continue longer than expected, e.g. a meeting
      • To talk without stopping, often on the same topic
      • Intransitive Verb
      • To continue without a break or clear separation, especially in writing.
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    • seemingly

      US /ˈsiːmɪŋli/

      UK /ˈsi:mɪŋli/

      • Adverb
      • Appearing to be but may not actually be; probably
      B1
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    • set up

      US /sɛt ʌp/

      UK /set ʌp/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To make arrangements for something; establish
      • Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
      • To arrange or prepare something for use.
      • To start a business, organization, etc.
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    • short and sweet

      US /ʃɔrt ənd swit/

      UK /ʃɔ:t ænd swi:t/

      • Adjective
      • Brief and pleasant; concise and agreeable.
      • Phrase
      • Direct and without unnecessary detail.
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    • shot

      US /ʃɑt/

      UK /ʃɒt/

      • Transitive Verb
      • To kick or throw a ball at a goal
      • To fire a gun; injure or kill someone with a gun
      • Countable Noun
      • An attempt to kick or throw a ball at a goal
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    • shutter

      US /ˈʃʌtɚ/

      UK /ˈʃʌtə(r)/

      • Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
      • Part of a camera that opens to allow in light
      • Piece of wood or metal that covers a window
      • Transitive Verb
      • To close a business permanently
      • To close the shutters over a window
      B2
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    • smoky

      US /ˈsmoki/

      UK /'sməʊkɪ/

      • Adjective
      • (Room) full of smoke
      • Being suggestive of smoke in appearance or taste
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    • tear

      US /tɛr/

      UK /teə(r)/

      • Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
      • Drop of salty water from the eye
      • Hole or rip in something after it has been damaged
      • Intransitive Verb
      • To move very quickly, often with carelessness
      A2
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    • tear down

      US /tɛr daʊn/

      UK /tiə daun/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To demolish or destroy a building or structure.
      • To criticize someone or something severely.
      More
    • tiny

      US /ˈtaɪni/

      UK /'taɪnɪ/

      • Adjective
      • Very, very small
      A2
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    • track down

      US /træk daʊn/

      UK /træk daun/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To find out where someone is; hunt; chase
      • Transitive Verb
      • To find someone or something after a long or difficult search.
      A2
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    • visual

      US /ˈvɪʒuəl/

      UK /'vɪʒʊəl/

      • Adjective
      • Of or relating to vision
      • Noun
      • Pictures/images used to help audience understand
      • A picture, map, piece of film, or other visual representation.
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    • warehouse

      US /ˈwerhaʊs/

      UK /ˈweəhaʊs/

      • Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
      • Large building for storing goods, e.g. grain
      • Transitive Verb
      • To store things in a large building
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    • wrap

      US /ræp/

      UK /ræp/

      • Countable Noun
      • Piece of clothing worn loosely on the shoulders
      • Thin bread filled with food and rolled
      • Transitive Verb
      • To be or move around something
      • To cover something with paper or a cloth e.g. gift
      B1
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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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