Vocabulary
- at some point: At an unspecified time, usually in the future.
- in terms of
- get a sense: To understand or perceive something intuitively.
- on the road: Traveling, especially as part of a tour or journey.
- at home: In one's own residence or country.
- in mind: Being aware of or considering something.
- in itself: Considered alone or without reference to anything else; intrinsically.
- pointing at: To aim (gun, etc.) at someone or something
- live my life: To experience life in a way that is true to oneself and brings personal fulfillment.
- off the rails: Out of control; behaving unpredictably.
- in ways: In a manner or by methods that.
- fit into: To be small enough to go inside something.
- behind the times: Old-fashioned; not aware of or using the latest ideas, methods, or technology.
- turned out: To arrive for a public event or entertainment
- much about: A lot of information or knowledge concerning something.
- on the other hand : Considering a different aspect of the matter; alternatively.
- as well as: Also; in addition to
- make of: To understand or have an opinion about something
- going on: To continue doing something
- used to: Did regularly before, but don't do now
- of course: Sure ; Certainly
- wait for: To wait until someone comes, or something happens
- set up
- in the world: Used to emphasize a question expressing surprise, confusion, or disbelief.
- in the middle of: In the central part or point of something.
- potential: Capable of happening or becoming reality
- privilege: Advantage or right given to only certain people
- routine: Happening or done regularly or habitually
- crisis: Unstable situation of extreme danger or difficulty
- realize: To become aware of or understand mentally
- character: Person in a story, movie or play
- sense: Certain mental feeling or emotion
- strike: To hit something
- sentence: (Of a judge) to decide the punishment of
- measure: Plan to achieve a desired result
- ability: The power, resources or skill to do something
- tendency: Likelihood to behave in a particular way
- bit: Device put in a horse's mouth to control it
- existence: State of being present, alive or real
- occasion: Significant or important event or function
- mean: Average of a set of numbers
- advice: Suggestion about what would help someone
- deal: To cope with something - usually troubles
- anticipate: To expect or look ahead to something positively
- apply: To spread a substance or liquid over a surface
- rest: Time when one relaxes, sleeps, or is inactive
- pleasure: Feeling of happiness, enjoyment, or satisfaction
- lead: Wire for electricity, computer, etc.; cable
- adolescence: Developmental period typically in the teen years
- divorce: Legal breakup of a marriage
- essay: Short piece of written opinion on a subject
- element: Essential or particular part of something
- hesitate: To pause because unsure or reluctant to do
- counterpart: Person/thing having same function/characteristics
- secret: Kept hidden from others; Known only to a few people
- lot: What happens to a person in life from chance; fate
- limit: Point beyond which it is not possible to go
- offer: Price you say you are willing to pay for something
- trip: To release an electrical switch
- kind: In a caring and helpful manner
- decide: To make a choice or choose after thinking about it
- unfold: (Of a situation) to be told or revealed
- point: An item to be discussed
- loneliness: State of feeling sad because you are alone
- discourse: The study of how we write and speak
- sympathize: To support or be in agreement with something
- bloated: To cause to swell up or inflate with gas or liquid
- disconnect: To separate something from something else
- novelist: Author who writes novels
- amazingly: In a surprising and pleasing manner
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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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Late Show Book Club with “The Rest of Our Lives” Author Ben Markovits
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林宜悉 posted on 2026/01/24Ever wondered what happens after the kids leave home? Dive into a fascinating conversation with author Ben Markovits about his novel "The Rest of Our Lives," exploring themes like midlife crisis and male loneliness. You'll pick up advanced vocabulary and hear realistic dialogue that brings these relatable situations to life!
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