Vocabulary
- back then: At that time in the past.
- in love with: Feeling romantic love for someone.
- going on: To continue doing something
- think about: To consider something carefully.
- of a sudden: Quickly and unexpectedly; suddenly.
- for some reason: For a reason that is not known or not easily explained.
- in the past: During a former period of time; previously.
- talking about: To discuss a particular topic.
- be with: To accompany someone; to be in someone's presence.
- a passion for: A strong enthusiasm or interest in something.
- in detail: Thoroughly and completely; giving full particulars.
- to the fullest: To the greatest extent possible; completely and without reservation.
- live my life: To experience life in a way that is true to oneself and brings personal fulfillment.
- show in: To lead someone into a room or building.
- in the world: Used to emphasize a question expressing surprise, confusion, or disbelief.
- on the road: Traveling, especially as part of a tour or journey.
- grow up: To develop from a child into an adult
- any sort of: Any kind of; any type of
- used to: Did regularly before, but don't do now
- out there: In or to a place that is far away
- same time: Occurring simultaneously or at the same point in time.
- leave school: To finish your education at a school, college, or university.
- drink in: To absorb or take in something with great enjoyment.
- at home: In one's own residence or country.
- work on: To devote effort to improve or develop something
- of course: Sure ; Certainly
- centered around: To have (something) as the main subject or focus.
- go on: To continue doing something
- in the middle of: In the central part or point of something.
- on sale: Available at a reduced price
- struck up: To begin a friendship, relationship, or conversation.
- back down: To admit you were wrong; stop claiming
- outside the box: Thinking in a new and creative way.
- get here: To arrive at a specific location.
- turn around: To change your body to the opposite direction
- of interest: Relevant or important to someone or something.
- out of control: Impossible to manage or control.
- happen by: To visit a place casually or unexpectedly.
- by accident: Without intending to; unintentionally.
- go back to: To return to a starting point
- turned out: To arrive for a public event or entertainment
- out of it: Unconscious or not completely alert; dazed or confused.
- much about: A lot of information or knowledge concerning something.
- on a shoestring: Doing something with very little money.
- buzz about: To move around busily or excitedly in a place.
- tv show: A television program.
- sort: To organize things by putting them into groups
- fall: Season after summer and before winter; Autumn
- guy: Man; boy; any person
- passion: Powerful, positive excitement and interest
- call: A order or request for action
- gut: To destroy the inside of a building , e.g. by fire
- film: Thin layer that covers something
- faith: Belief in a god or gods; religion
- year: Unit of time equal to 12 months or 365 or 366 days
- lot: What happens to a person in life from chance; fate
- story: One of many floors or levels in a building
- leap: To enter or start something eagerly
- feeling: Sensation or emotion you experience
- letter: One of the 26 parts of the English alphabet
- pivotal: Having a lot of importance
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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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【TEDx】Go with your gut feeling | Magnus Walker | TEDxUCLA
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Go Tutor posted on 2015/01/06Ever wondered how to turn a passion into a career? This inspiring talk from Magnus Walker, the 'Urban Outlaw,' shares his incredible journey from the UK to building a life around his love for Porsche and entrepreneurship. You'll pick up practical workplace phrases and gain insights into cultural depth through his fascinating story!
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