Vocabulary
- think of: To look on as (being something specific); consider
- in fact: Used to emphasize the truth of a statement, especially one that contrasts with or contradicts something else.
- over and above: In addition to; more than what is expected or required.
- in actuality: In fact; in reality; actually.
- in one year: Within a period of twelve months.
- used to: Did regularly before, but don't do now
- take in: To allow to enter; receive as a guest
- have to: Must do
- disagree with: To have a different opinion from someone else.
- to order: To give an instruction or command.
- right for: Suitable or appropriate for a particular person, purpose, or situation.
- argue against: To present reasons or evidence to oppose a particular idea, plan, or action.
- for long: For a considerable period of time.
- in the streets: Located or happening outdoors in public roads or areas.
- no matter: Regardless of; it does not matter.
- in particular: Specifically; especially.
- with it: Intelligent, alert, and up-to-date.
- to do with: To be about something; concern
- do the right thing: To behave in a morally correct or proper way.
- symbol of: Something that represents or stands for something else, especially an object representing an abstract idea.
- together with: In addition to; along with.
- cut off: To end a process, e.g. a phone call
- in other words: Stating something in a different way, often to make it clearer or more understandable.
- in the world: Used to emphasize a question expressing surprise, confusion, or disbelief.
- for example: As an illustration or instance.
- crystal clear: Extremely clear and easy to understand.
- rather than: More exactly; more correctly
- based on: To use something as the foundation or starting point for something else.
- look at: To use your eyes to focus on something
- in the past: During a former period of time; previously.
- in full force: With maximum power or intensity.
- quite simply: In a clear and straightforward manner; without complication.
- give up: To lose hope or admit defeat
- be with: To accompany someone; to be in someone's presence.
- ridiculous: Funny or foolish; deserving to be laughed at
- recognize: To accept the truth or reality of something
- matter: To be of great importance; to count
- doubt: Not being sure of something; lack of certainty
- opinion: Court judge's statement why a decision was made
- frankly: Speaking honestly and directly
- ability: The power, resources or skill to do something
- exist: To be present, alive or real
- mean: Average of a set of numbers
- issue: To make something available to be used or sold
- court: To act in a way to shows you wish to marry someone
- remain: To be left behind; to continue to exist
- numerous: Existing in large numbers
- settle: To make (a child, etc.) feel calm/ready for sleep
- direction: When someone tells people what to do
- section: A part of a whole
- charge: To run quickly toward someone to attack them
- rip: To tear or split roughly or cause to tear or split
- congress: Meeting of elected or appointed representatives
- decision: Choice made after thinking; final judgment
- security: Department in a company in charge of protection
- stock: Animals such as cattle kept for breeding
- initiate: To cause something to begin
- ashamed: Feeling of shame or guilt
- respect: To follow the established rules
- break: To create a new record e.g. running the 100m dash
- trade: A specific industry, e.g. shoe making
- record: Highest or most extreme level achieved
- leave: To go away from; depart
- supreme: Greatest in degree/nature/quality; absolute best
- normal: Standard or regular way of doing something
- firmly: In a hard, steady, unchanging way
- tariff: List of fixed prices at hotel
- lot: What happens to a person in life from chance; fate
- important: Having power or authority
- sign: Indication that something exists or will happen
- order: Religious or social group, as of nuns
- proud: Very good; worthy of making one pleased
- fact: Something that is known or proved to be true
- fully: Completely or entirely
- substantially: In a basic, general manner
- sway: Power or influence to control a person or group
- license: To give official permission to do something
- disagree: To have a different opinion; to fail to agree
- landslide: Slide of dirt and rock down a mountain or cliff
- embargo: Order from a government which prohibits something
- unfair: not treating people in an equal way, or not morally right
- incorrect: Being wrong or inaccurate
- constrain: To make someone do something by strong persuasion
- actuality: The state of existing and being real
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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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Trump imposes add'l 10% global tariff after reacting to tariff ruling
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Richard VT posted on 2026/02/20Ever wondered how global tariffs and trade investigations work? This video dives deep into the complex world of economic national security and trade policy, using advanced vocabulary related to tariffs and legal rulings. You'll gain a richer understanding of these crucial topics and boost your English skills at the same time!
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