Vocabulary
- of course: Sure ; Certainly
- know about: To have information or understanding of a subject or situation.
- on site: At the location of a particular activity or project.
- do in: To make completely tired out and exhausted
- have to: Must do
- off the beaten path: In a place where few people go; not well known.
- date back: To have existed since a particular time in the past.
- in the middle of: In the central part or point of something.
- in fact: Used to emphasize the truth of a statement, especially one that contrasts with or contradicts something else.
- despite the fact: In spite of; notwithstanding.
- in comparison: When compared to something else.
- in use: Being used at the present time.
- at least: As a minimum
- best known: Most widely or popularly recognized, famous, or familiar.
- run through: To pierce with a sharp pointed object
- go on: To continue doing something
- at the moment: At this time; now
- apart from: Except for; not considering
- run on: To continue longer than expected, e.g. a meeting
- hang out: To spend time with your friends
- once upon a time: A conventional phrase used to begin fairy tales and other stories.
- upon a time: An introductory phrase used to begin a story, typically a fairy tale.
- right for: Suitable or appropriate for a particular person, purpose, or situation.
- of sorts: Of a kind, but not a very good one.
- as long as: For the period that; provided that.
- in the world: Used to emphasize a question expressing surprise, confusion, or disbelief.
- at that time: During a specific point in the past.
- other places: Different locations or areas
- right next to: Immediately adjacent to; in very close proximity to.
- next to: Being located along side another
- sit in for: To take someone's place temporarily.
- on the street: Located on or along a public road in a town or city.
- pop up: To appear suddenly.
- on to: Toward something; forward
- get across: To communicate (something) clearly and effectively.
- those times: A period in the past, often remembered fondly.
- go past: To move beyond a particular place or point.
- past it: No longer capable or effective due to age or declining condition.
- thanks to: Because of; as a result of.
- in any case: Whatever happens; regardless of what has happened or may happen.
- for free: Without charge; at no cost.
- over time: Gradually; as time passes.
- wall in: To surround something tightly with walls or barriers.
- in particular: Specifically; especially.
- such as: For example; like
- unique: Unlike other things; being the only one like it
- explore: To examine something in detail to learn about it
- bit: Device put in a horse's mouth to control it
- calm: Without wind or storm; quiet; peaceful
- abundance: Quantity that is very large or more than enough
- inspire: To give someone an idea to do or make something
- remain: To be left behind; to continue to exist
- comparison: Act of comparing things
- medieval: Old or out of date and not of much use
- create: To make, cause, or bring into existence
- leftover: (Of food) that you didn't eat at a meal
- rest: Time when one relaxes, sleeps, or is inactive
- beat: To move in regular motions in order to push blood
- honestly: With truth or sincerity; I'm being honest with you
- pedestrian: Unremarkable; ordinary; not special
- slice: Way of hitting the ball so the ball curves
- bear: To accept (responsibilities or duties)
- square: Shape with 4 equal length sides and 4 equal angles
- caramel: Brown, chewy candy
- century: Period of 100 years
- place: To put someone in a particular type of situation
- order: Religious or social group, as of nuns
- fact: Something that is known or proved to be true
- gather: To bring objects together into one place
- build: Your physical shape; physique
- middle: Place that is halfway between two things
- great: Very good; better than before
- find: To become aware of something that is happening
- space: Empty area kept for a specific reason, like a car
- hide: To go to, or put a thing where it can't be found
- statue: Stone or metal image of a person, often carved
- unusual: Being rare or uncommon; not ordinary; strange
- picturesque: Pretty/interesting in a cute, old-fashioned way
- collection: Act of asking for money for a debt or a charity
- area: Amount of measured space
- think: To have an idea about something without certainty
- gem: Jewel or precious stone, usually cut into a shape
- borough: Section of a city with authority to manage itself
- site: Place that is reserved for a particular activity
- level: Specific height of something
- upside: Above, over
- bomb: To attack with explosives
- underground: (Being or living) under the surface of the earth
- barge: Large low boat with a flat bottom
- peaceful: In a calm and quiet state
- muse: To think about slowly or over a long period
- popcorn: Small-eared corn that burst in dry heat
- blitz: To suddenly and aggressively attack
- victorian: Typical of 19th century standards or conduct
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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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