Vocabulary
- out there: In or to a place that is far away
- have to: Must do
- on the internet: Located or available on the internet.
- talking about: To discuss a particular topic.
- from the top: From the beginning.
- threat to: A person or thing likely to cause damage or danger.
- grow into: To be able to wear clothes that were too big
- number of people: The total count of individuals within a group or gathering.
- come up to: To meet expectations
- take back: To say you no longer agree with an opinion you had
- come up: To come closer to someone; approach
- hand out: To distribute papers (often in class)
- get back to: To get in contact with someone again
- got to: To arrive at some place
- regardless of
- live out: To experience something, especially something that you have planned or hoped for.
- push back: To force someone to withdraw or retreat
- grow out of: To develop or originate from something.
- in reality: Actually; in fact; truly.
- in person: Physically present; not by proxy or remotely.
- run against: To compete against someone in an election or contest.
- in reference to: Relating to; with regard to
- talk about it: To discuss a particular subject.
- on the basis of: Because of; using as a reason or justification.
- after all: In spite of what was expected; used to introduce a statement that supports a previous statement or explains why it was made
- blow up: To suddenly become angry
- better understanding: An improved level of comprehension or knowledge.
- in on: To be involved in a secret or plan.
- weigh in: To be weighed before a sports event to check you are not over a certain weight
- search for: To try to find someone or something.
- completely: In every way or as much as possible
- force: Group of persons trained for military action; army
- treat: To pay for the food or enjoyment of someone else
- conversation: Talking with other people; discussion or chat
- imagine: To think creatively about; form mental picture of
- imperative: The state of demanding notice or attention
- ability: The power, resources or skill to do something
- statement: Record of activity in a bank account over time
- political: Being active or interested in government matters
- corporate: Concerning (usually large) companies
- state: Region within a country, with its own government
- faith: Belief in a god or gods; religion
- cause: Belief, goal or organization that people support
- religion: Organized set of beliefs about a god or gods
- attention: Taking notice of someone or something
- threat: Warning of probable trouble
- pretty: Being attractive to the eye in a simple way
- religious: Following the rules and beliefs of a faith
- fellow: Man or a boy
- deny: To refuse to allow or accept something
- mediocre: Average; not outstanding; not very good
- respect: To follow the established rules
- provide: To make available; to supply for use
- corruption: State of being damaged or spoiled
- honor: To fulfill an agreement
- fit: Good looking; physically attractive
- prove: To demonstrate truth by providing evidence
- organize: To arrange and plan things, e.g. a party
- sign: Indication that something exists or will happen
- kind: In a caring and helpful manner
- opt: To choose one thing rather than other choices
- formidable: Powerful; causing fear and deserving respect
- fact: Something that is known or proved to be true
- simple: Not hard to understand or do; not complex
- worship: Acts of respect and honor to God or a god
- public: Owned by the government
- litter: All the baby animals born at once from one mother
- amendment: A change, addition, or improvement to something
- person: Man, woman or child
- grow: To get bigger and more mature; make plants do this
- senate: A board of governors at a college or university
- betrayal: Act of giving knowledge or information to an enemy
- republican: Supporter of the conservative US political party
- politic: Careful what you say; diplomatic
- neighbor: Person who lives, or is near, you
- democrat: An advocate of democratic principles
- legislature: Official group with the authority to make laws
- christianity: Beliefs, practices based on teachings of Jesus
- atheist: Person who does not believe in a god or gods
- online: Connected to the internet
- hindu: Of or relating to or supporting Hinduism
- granddad: Your mother or father's father
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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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Rep. James Talarico On Confronting Christian Nationalism, And Strange Days In The Texas Legislature
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Richard VT posted on 2026/02/22Dive into a fascinating conversation with Texas State Representative James Talarico as he discusses confronting Christian nationalism and the unique dynamics of the Texas Legislature. You'll gain insights into the separation of church and state and pick up key phrases for discussing political and religious topics.
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