Vocabulary
- to the moon: Increasing quickly and significantly, often in value or excitement.
- have to: Must do
- in terms of
- as well as: Also; in addition to
- work on: To devote effort to improve or develop something
- for example: As an illustration or instance.
- turn to: To go to someone for help, advice, or information.
- on earth: Used to emphasize a question expressing surprise or anger.
- at least: As a minimum
- critical to: Extremely important or essential.
- of course: Sure ; Certainly
- in particular: Specifically; especially.
- look at: To use your eyes to focus on something
- other than: Except for; apart from.
- stand behind: To support or defend someone or something.
- set to: To energetically begin to do, e.g. making a fire
- in fact: Used to emphasize the truth of a statement, especially one that contrasts with or contradicts something else.
- go on: To continue doing something
- work at: To have a job at a particular place or organization.
- along with: In addition to; together with.
- based on: To use something as the foundation or starting point for something else.
- with it: Intelligent, alert, and up-to-date.
- for the record: Said to ensure something is officially noted or remembered.
- stand by: To keep to an agreement
- of interest: Relevant or important to someone or something.
- come from: To have as your native country or city
- in the world: Used to emphasize a question expressing surprise, confusion, or disbelief.
- space center: A facility dedicated to space exploration, research, and development.
- in half: Divided into two equal parts.
- on to: Toward something; forward
- into space: Toward or entering the region beyond Earth's atmosphere.
- together with: In addition to; along with.
- to that end: In order to achieve that aim or purpose.
- in addition to: Besides; as well as
- see in: To accompany someone to the entrance of a building or room.
- show up: To arrive or be seen at a place, e.g. a party
- from home: Working or operating from one's residence.
- with respect to: In relation to; regarding.
- at times: Sometimes; occasionally.
- at the same time: Simultaneously; at the identical moment.
- same time: Occurring simultaneously or at the same point in time.
- bubble up: To rise to the surface in bubbles.
- in regard to: Concerning; in relation to.
- in hand: In one's possession or control.
- work in: To make an opening for something in your schedule
- come before: To happen or exist earlier in time than something else.
- such as: For example; like
- call for: To demand, need or require (an action or thing)
- for instance: As an example.
- out of time: Having no more time available to do something.
- work together: To collaborate or cooperate with others to achieve a common goal.
- figure out: To understand the behavior of someone
- to hand: To give or pass something to someone using your hand.
- in the future: At a later time; in times to come.
- rather than: More exactly; more correctly
- get back to: To get in contact with someone again
- start out: To begin your life or career in a particular way.
- in writing: Expressed or presented in written form, rather than spoken.
- speak to: To address or communicate with someone.
- come up with: To think of an idea or solution; produce
- to order: To give an instruction or command.
- at home: In one's own residence or country.
- cut in: To interrupt someone's conversation
- as soon as: In a short time after (something happens)
- know about: To have information or understanding of a subject or situation.
- leave on: To keep something (especially clothing) on your body.
- push back: To force someone to withdraw or retreat
- going on: To continue doing something
- charged with: To be officially accused of something
- in on: To be involved in a secret or plan.
- on behalf of: As the representative of someone
- touch in: Use a card or device to register entry in public transport.
- from the first: From the very beginning.
- settle for: To accept something although not satisfied with it
- turn in: To produce or achieve a good performance
- in light of: Because of; considering
- for a change: As something different from what is usual or normal.
- time for a change: A moment when it is appropriate or necessary to make a change.
- found out: To learn or discover something, often after some effort.
- at risk: In danger; likely to be harmed
- moral obligation: A duty based on moral principles and values.
- lead on: To encourage someone to believe something that is not true.
- top it off: To complete something in a particularly good or impressive way.
- in need: Not having the necessary things, such as food
- thankful for: Feeling or expressing gratitude; appreciative.
- at stake: At risk; that can be lost if something is not successful
- fall behind: To get behind or late, because of going slowly
- catch up: To become equal with another person
- the following: Next in order or sequence.
- in concert: Together in cooperation or agreement.
- on the horizon: About to happen; approaching.
- be with: To accompany someone; to be in someone's presence.
- family members: People related by blood, marriage, or adoption.
- to do with: To be about something; concern
- stay home: To remain in one's house or residence.
- as one: Acting or moving together at the same time.
- home in: Move or direct toward a specific target or goal.
- no matter: Regardless of; it does not matter.
- move to: To change the place where you live or work.
- prior to: Before a particular time or event.
- humanly possible: Within the limits of what a person can achieve.
- land on: To come down to the ground or another surface after flying or falling.
- for a minute: For a short period of time; briefly.
- step out: To go outside for a short time
- as long as: For the period that; provided that.
- in general: Typically; usually; on the whole.
- for the best: Resulting in the most positive or beneficial outcome, even if it's difficult or painful in the short term.
- across the board: Broad in scope or content
- to the fullest: To the greatest extent possible; completely and without reservation.
- in ways: In a manner or by methods that.
- think about: To consider something carefully.
- play in: To participate or compete in a game or competition.
- up there: In or to a higher place or position; far away.
- go hand in hand: Two things closely related or connected, usually occurring together.
- in fairness: Used to indicate honesty or justice in judgment.
- in power: Having control of a country or organization.
- build on: To develop or expand something; to use something as a foundation for further progress.
- on the surface: Appearing to be true or real until examined more closely.
- as opposed to: In contrast to; rather than.
- around the corner: Very near; close by.
- make certain: To ensure or ascertain something.
- come up: To come closer to someone; approach
- in with: Fashionable or popular at the moment.
- go in with: To join with others in a business venture or undertaking.
- hold off: To delay doing something; postpone.
- take out: To apply for and get a license
- in contrast to: Differing from something else
- get together: To gather, or come together for some purpose
- talk through: To discuss something thoroughly.
- do in: To make completely tired out and exhausted
- for sure: Definitely; certainly; without a doubt.
- in reality: Actually; in fact; truly.
- in the past: During a former period of time; previously.
- improve upon: To make something better than it already is; to enhance or build upon an existing thing.
- advanced technology: Cutting-edge or highly developed technology.
- win out: To be victorious or successful, especially after a struggle.
- come down to: To become in the end a matter of
- carry out
- in the first place: To begin with; as the first point or consideration.
- informed decisions: Decisions that are based on having a lot of knowledge or information.
- plan on: To intend to do something; to expect to do something.
- due to: Because of; owing to
- in the air: Present or circulating in the atmosphere.
- point out: To make others aware of an idea
- out there: In or to a place that is far away
- set up
- for certain: Definitely; without a doubt.
- free up: To make something available for a particular use.
- arrive at: To reach a place, especially at the end of a journey.
- bring down: To destroy (government, etc.) forcefully
- take on: To acquire a new characteristic
- fly by: To pass quickly
- by wire: By electronic transmission, especially money transfer.
- in the middle of: In the central part or point of something.
- of ours: Belonging to us; associated with us.
- interest of: For the benefit or advantage of someone or something.
- longest time: The greatest duration of time.
- concern about: To worry about something.
- for the benefit: In order to help or be useful to someone or something.
- interact with
- depending on: To rely on for support (financial or emotional)
- in the field: Working or doing research in a real-world environment, not in a classroom or laboratory.
- rely on: To depend on someone or something
- have on: To be wearing something.
- opt in: To choose to participate in something; to give explicit consent.
- personal data: Information that relates to an identifiable individual.
- in practice: In reality or actual use; as opposed to in theory.
- down to earth: Practical, realistic, and approachable.
- start in: To begin a job or activity.
- by hand: Done manually; not by machine.
- get about: To go out a lot; travel widely
- put out: To publish, e.g. a book
- best known: Most widely or popularly recognized, famous, or familiar.
- incredibly important: Extremely significant or crucial.
- talking about: To discuss a particular topic.
- in favor of: Expressing support or approval for someone or something.
- around the world: In or to many countries.
- offer up: To present something, especially to God, as a sacrifice or offering.
- work to do: Tasks or activities that need to be accomplished.
- intense: Very strong, great or extreme in degree
- absolutely: Completely; totally; very
- essential: Extremely or most important and necessary
- recognize: To accept the truth or reality of something
- prioritize: To rank things in importance
- passionate: Being easily excited to strong emotions
- potentially: That could happen or become reality
- exclusive: Being available only to people with a lot of money
- sense: Certain mental feeling or emotion
- priority: Thing that is more important/urgent than others
- identify: To indicate who or what someone or something is
- advocate: A lawyer who protects a clients interests
- industry: Hard work; being busy working
- exist: To be present, alive or real
- field: Area of study, such as physics or biology
- competition: Fighting against others to win something
- reach: To come to or arrive at a goal or destination
- state: Region within a country, with its own government
- dramatic: Gripping the attention; causing an effect
- stack: A large number or amount of something
- mature: Behaving like an adult
- resolution: End part of a story resolving the conflict
- emphasize: To stress the items that are important
- require: To demand that someone does something
- dense: Very thick and difficult to see, get through
- congress: Meeting of elected or appointed representatives
- security: Department in a company in charge of protection
- launch: Starting a new project; introducing new product
- scientific: Concerning academic study of the physical world
- deficit: Amount less than what is needed or required
- budget: Amount of money planned to be spent
- provide: To make available; to supply for use
- ecosystem: Types of plants and animals in an specific area
- peer: A noble, but not royal, person, e.g. lord or duke
- reduce: To try to decrease, e.g. your weight if overweight
- request: To ask for, usually politely and formally
- gauge: A tool used to measure things
- ensure: To make something sure, certain, or safe
- analysis: Careful study to better understand something
- important: Having power or authority
- continue: To do something without stopping, or after pausing
- grace: Dignified polite behavior, as when things go badly
- active: Moving around a lot or doing many things
- quantum: The smallest unit or amount of energy
- question: To ask for or try to get information
- space: Empty area kept for a specific reason, like a car
- senate: A board of governors at a college or university
- understand: To know the meaning of language, what someone says
- return: To hit something back to the other player or team
- senator: An elected politician belonging to the senate
- choose: To select; decide between several possibilities
- work: The product of some artistic or literary endeavor
- telescope: Tube-shaped device used to see a great distance
- planetary: Concerning the orbital characteristics of a planet
- draconian: (Of action, punishment) very strong or severe
- multiplier: Number to multiply by
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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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