Vocabulary
- at least: As a minimum
- feed off: To eat a particular food, especially one that is only available in small quantities.
- in fact: Used to emphasize the truth of a statement, especially one that contrasts with or contradicts something else.
- going on: To continue doing something
- stand up for: To support someone or an idea, e.g. human rights
- out there: In or to a place that is far away
- on camera: While being filmed or recorded.
- make some noise: To create a loud sound, often to show excitement or approval.
- without a trace: Leaving no sign or evidence of having been present.
- out and about: Having returned to your usual activities after an illness.
- over to: Used to hand over to someone else to speak
- come over to: To visit someone's house
- law enforcement officer: A member of an agency responsible for enforcing laws.
- off of: From a position on something; down from.
- right next to: Immediately adjacent to; in very close proximity to.
- next to: Being located along side another
- right in front: Directly ahead; in a position immediately before someone or something.
- of a sudden: Quickly and unexpectedly; suddenly.
- back away: To stop being involved with, as through fear
- in shock: When not enough blood flows round the body
- other than: Except for; apart from.
- on the ground: Located on the surface of the earth.
- have to: Must do
- at some point: At an unspecified time, usually in the future.
- face out: To have the front or main side directed towards something.
- muster up: To summon or gather (courage, energy, etc.) from within oneself.
- as soon as: In a short time after (something happens)
- sort: To organize things by putting them into groups
- absolutely: Completely; totally; very
- devastating: To cause extensive destruction or ruin utterly
- immediately: Without any delay; straight away
- barely: Only just; just possible
- attempt: To try to do something challenging or difficult
- expect: To believe something is probably going to happen
- opinion: Court judge's statement why a decision was made
- imperative: The state of demanding notice or attention
- statement: Record of activity in a bank account over time
- intimidate: To make someone feel afraid
- rage: Strong or violent anger
- reach: To come to or arrive at a goal or destination
- upset: (Of stomach, etc.) not functioning well; sick
- federal: Consisting of several united states
- witness: To see the signing of an official document
- expand: To make something larger in size, number, amount
- capture: To attract and hold e.g. interest, attention
- ground: To break (coffee, etc.) into tiny bits with machine
- courage: Quality of being able to face danger without fear
- record: Highest or most extreme level achieved
- briefly: Using little time or resources
- tuck: To put something into a small or safe place
- trace: To make an outline to determine a shape
- receive: To get something someone has given or sent to you
- vengeance: Punishment in return for an injury or a wrong
- moment: Very short or brief period of time
- agent: Chemical with the power to make chemical reactions
- escalate: To increase in size, intensity, or scope
- visible: Can see, easily seen or understood
- important: Having power or authority
- order: Religious or social group, as of nuns
- fact: Something that is known or proved to be true
- label: A (luxury) brand owned by a company
- scream: To make a sudden loud, high sound
- mad: Very angry
- spray: To cover something with a stream of tiny drops
- horror: Feeling of great shock or fear; thing causing it
- shove: To roughly push someone or something away
- stand: To be a candidate in an election
- point: An item to be discussed
- courageous: Able to face danger without fear
- notification: Act of giving formal or official information
- afraid: Worried that something bad will happen; scared
- compel: To force someone to do something
- tan: A light brown color
- muster: To gather or call together (soldiers, etc.)
- patrol: Person or group who checks an area is safe
- whistle: Device making a high sharp sound when blown
- donate: To give money, etc. to charity, party, etc.
- recollection: A past occurrence that is remembered
- angle: Place where two lines or surfaces meet
- lose: To be unable to keep in check or control something
- happen: To take place or occur
- fallout: Radioactive particles after a nuclear explosion
- sidewalk: Paved area for pedestrians, usually beside a road
- genesis: Beginning of something important
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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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Woman who filmed Pretti shooting through windshield speaks out: Exclusive
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林宜悉 posted on 2026/01/30Ever wondered what it's like to witness a major event firsthand? This video features an exclusive interview with a woman who filmed a police shooting, offering incredible insight into the situation and her experience. You'll pick up useful phrases for discussing sensitive topics and understanding different perspectives!
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