Vocabulary
- come back: To reply to someone, often forcefully
- think of: To look on as (being something specific); consider
- in the mood: Wanting to do something
- in a corner: In a situation where one is trapped or pressured with few options.
- check on: To check that things are OK, correct
- in the world: Used to emphasize a question expressing surprise, confusion, or disbelief.
- come at: To approach someone to attack them
- at some point: At an unspecified time, usually in the future.
- to let: Indicates that a property is available for rent.
- got to: To arrive at some place
- for sure: Definitely; certainly; without a doubt.
- just kind of: Used to express a feeling or state in a vague or hesitant way.
- stick around: To remain in place; not leave or go
- literally: In a literal manner or sense; exactly as stated.
- weird: Odd or unusual; surprising; strange
- specific: Precise; particular; just about that thing
- sort: To organize things by putting them into groups
- stick: To push a sharp or pointed object into something
- essentially: Basically; (said when stating the basic facts)
- absolutely: Completely; totally; very
- massive: Very big; large; too big
- process: To organize and use data in a computer
- scenario: An imagined sequence of events in a plan/project
- gorgeous: Extremely attractive; richly beautiful
- expect: To believe something is probably going to happen
- describe: To tell the appearance, sound, smell of something
- default: Automatic setting when no indicated preference
- bit: Device put in a horse's mouth to control it
- venue: Place, area where an event is held or takes place
- escape: Act to briefly ignoring boring or bad things
- vibe: Distinct emotional aura experienced instinctively
- pregnant: Carrying your unborn baby inside you
- grumpy: Easily annoyed and complaining
- perform: To carry out an action well or successfully
- surreal: Concerning surrealism
- result: Something produced through tests or experiments
- vanity: When you are too proud of your appearance/ability
- grant: To admit an opinion is true but not fully agreeing
- film: Thin layer that covers something
- fair: Neither very good nor very bad; average
- break: To create a new record e.g. running the 100m dash
- mood: Emotion or a state of mind; how you feel
- monumental: (Mistake/waste of time) huge; very big; severe
- moment: Very short or brief period of time
- place: To put someone in a particular type of situation
- sound: Sensible, dependable and reliable
- kind: In a caring and helpful manner
- control: A device designed to operate a machine
- allow: To admit the validity or truth of something
- temperature: When you your body heat is above normal
- glorious: (Of a hero, achievements) deserving praise and awe
- plate: Flat dish used for eating or serving food
- gig: Show; performance; job for a musician or performer
- amazing: Surprising in a pleasing way
- protect: To defend someone or something from harm or danger
- sore: An open or raised painful spot on the skin
- electronic: Operating by use of electricity; digital
- shot: To kick or throw a ball at a goal
- champagne: French sparkling drink used for celebrations
- seed: A person's children; offspring
- doomsday: A day said to end time; the end of the world
- ballad: Story that is told through a song or poem
- 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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Ellie Goulding Is Making Big Moves
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林宜悉 posted on 2026/02/18Get ready to dive into Ellie Goulding's exciting world as she chats about her new album and a special performance at Kew Gardens! You'll pick up on natural conversational phrases and cultural insights, making it a fun way to boost your English.
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