above ground
US /əˈbʌv ɡraʊnd/
UK /əˈbʌv ɡraʊnd/
- Preposition
- Located on or higher than the earth's surface.
B2Moreannoying
US /əˈnɔɪɪŋ/
UK /əˈnɔɪɪŋ/
- Transitive Verb
- To make someone angry
- Adjective
- A little angry; upset
B1TOEICMorearch
US /ɑ:rtʃ/
UK /ɑ:tʃ/
- Noun
- Curved part of a structure (e.g. on a bridge)
- Adjective
- Chief; the most important or typical (of a type)
B1Moreaware
US /əˈwɛr/
UK /əˈwɛə/
- Adjective
- Knowing or feeling that something exists
A2TOEICMorebackpack
US /ˈbækˌpæk/
UK /'bækpæk/
- Countable Noun
- Bag carried by a strap on your back or shoulder
- Intransitive Verb
- To travel very lightly carrying your things
B2Moreboom
US /bum/
UK /bu:m/
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- Very fast increase in growth or popularity
- A very loud and deep sound
- Intransitive Verb
- To experience a rapid increase in growth
- To make a very loud and deep sound
B1Morecarriage
US /ˈkærɪdʒ/
UK /ˈkærɪdʒ/
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- Vehicle on wheels, usually pulled by a horse
- A separate section of a train for passengers.
B1Morecheck on
US /tʃɛk ɑn/
UK /tʃek ɔn/
- Phrasal Verb
- To check that things are OK, correct
- To make sure someone or something is safe or well.
A1Moreclump
US /klʌmp/
UK /klʌmp/
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- Mass or pile of something such as soil
- Small group of trees, etc. growing near each other
- Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
- To form into a mass or lump
B2Morecome back
US /kʌm bæk/
UK /kʌm bæk/
- Phrasal Verb
- To reply to someone, often forcefully
- To be remembered
A1Morecouple
US /ˈkʌpəl/
UK /'kʌpl/
- Transitive Verb
- To join something to something else
- (Two animals) to engage in sexual relations
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- Two people in a romantic relationship
- Two of something; two people; a pair
A2Morecredit
US /ˈkrɛdɪt/
UK /'kredɪt/
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- System to buy something and pay for it later
- Points earned instead of money
- Transitive Verb
- To add a certain amount of money to a total
- To recognize someone's achievements or help
A2Moredepending on
US
UK
- Phrasal Verb
- To rely on for support (financial or emotional)
- Influenced or determined by.
- Preposition
- Subject to; contingent on
- Relying on someone or something for support or assistance.
A2Moredirection
US /dɪˈrɛkʃən, daɪ-/
UK /də'rekʃn/
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- When someone tells people what to do
- Describes the way you are going, e.g. North
A2TOEICMoreescalator
US /ˈɛskəˌletɚ/
UK /ˈeskəleɪtə(r)/
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- Moving electrical stairway in public buildings
- Intransitive Verb
- To increase or rise; to intensify.
C1Morefine
US /faɪn/
UK /faɪn/
- Adjective
- Good, acceptable or satisfactory
- Of high quality; made with great skill
- Countable Noun
- Money you have to pay because you broke a rule
- (at the end of a piece of music) the end
A2TOEICMorefor certain
US /fɔr ˈsɚtn/
UK /fɔ: ˈsə:tn/
- Idiom
- Definitely; without a doubt.
- Phrase
- Without any doubt; definitely.
freak
US /friːk/
UK /friːk/
- Adjective
- (Of weather, etc.) unusual; unpredictable; amazing
- Noun
- A person, animal, or event that is physically abnormal, very unusual, or unlike others.
- A person with an unusual appearance or behaviour.
B2Morefreak out
US /frik aʊt/
UK /fri:k aut/
- Phrasal Verb
- To react or behave in a wild or irrational way
- To become very anxious, upset, or afraid; to panic.
- Intransitive Verb
- To experience or display extreme emotions, such as fear or panic.
- To have a very disturbing and frightening experience caused by taking drugs.
B2Moregap
US /ɡæp/
UK /ɡæp/
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- Distance between two objects
- A difference or disparity.
- Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
- To make an opening or gap in something.
- To bridge or close a gap.
A2TOEICMoreget onto
US /ɡɛt ˈɑnˌtu/
UK /ɡet ˈɔntu/
- Phrasal Verb
- To board or mount a vehicle, such as a bus, train, or bicycle.
- To start talking or dealing with a new subject.
A1Moreget out of
US /ɡɛt aʊt ʌv/
UK /ɡet aut ɔv/
- Phrasal Verb
- To leave or escape responsibilities, troubles
- To leave a small, enclosed vehicle
A1Moreget up to
US /ɡɛt ʌp tu/
UK /ɡet ʌp tu:/
- Phrasal Verb
- To do something slightly naughty
A1Moregive up
US /ɡɪv ʌp/
UK /ɡiv ʌp/
- Phrasal Verb
- To lose hope or admit defeat
- To decide to not start to try solving a problem
A1Morego out
US /ɡo aʊt/
UK /ɡəu aut/
- Phrase
- To leave a building (e.g. a house)
- Phrasal Verb
- (Of a fire) to burn out; be extinguished
- Go out of fashion to stop being fashionable
A1Moregot to
US /ɡɑt tu/
UK /gɔt tu:/
- Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
- To arrive at some place
- To have the opportunity or permission to do something
- Phrasal Verb
- To appeal to the emotions of; move
- To finally begin to start something after a delay
A1Morehave to
US /hæv tu/
UK /ˈhæv tə/
- Auxiliary Verb
- Must do
A1Morehint
US /hɪnt/
UK /hɪnt/
- Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
- To suggest without being direct about it
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- Helpful piece of information
- Tiny quantity or sign of something
A2Morehit and miss
US /hɪt ənd mɪs/
UK /hit ænd mis/
- Adverb
- In a random or inconsistent manner.
honestly
US /ˈɑnɪstli/
UK /ˈɒnɪstli/
- Adverb
- With truth or sincerity; I'm being honest with you
- Genuinely; in a sincere manner.
A2Morein a hurry
US /ɪn e ˈhɚri/
UK /in ə ˈhʌri/
- Phrase
- Acting or moving with great haste; rushed.
in on
US
UK
- Phrase
- To be involved in a secret or plan.
- To be aware of something that is secret or not generally known.
A1Morein terms of
US
UK
- Phrase
- With regard to; concerning a particular aspect.
A1Morein the middle of
US
UK
- Phrase
- In the central part or point of something.
- Engaged or occupied with something.
A2Morein the way
US /ɪn ði we/
UK /in ðə wei/
- Phrase
- Obstructing someone or something; hindering progress.
- Stored or placed so as to be available or ready when needed.
A1Morein with
US /ɪn wɪð/
UK /in wið/
- Phrase
- Fashionable or popular at the moment.
- Having influence or favor with someone.
- Phrasal Verb
- To introduce or bring something new into a system or organization.
A1Moreincident
US / ˈɪnsɪdənt/
UK /ˈɪnsɪdənt/
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- Event, usually unusual or important; accident
- A political event that causes difficulties.
A2Morekiosk
US /ˈki:ɑ:sk/
UK /ˈki:ɒsk/
- Countable Noun
- Box in the street, etc. selling newspapers, etc.
B1Moreleap
US /lip/
UK /li:p/
- Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
- To enter or start something eagerly
- (Of prices) to increase quickly by a large amount
- Noun
- (Of prices) a quick large increase
- A large forward step or jump
B1Morelook at
US /lʊk æt/
UK /luk æt/
- Phrasal Verb
- To use your eyes to focus on something
- To focus your eyes on something carefully
A1Morelook before you leap
US /lʊk bɪˈfɔr ju lip/
UK /lʊk bɪˈfɔ: jʊ li:p/
- Proverb
- Think carefully before taking action to avoid problems.
B2Morelook for
US /lʊk fɔr/
UK /luk fɔ:/
- Phrasal Verb
- To try to find a thing or person that is lost
- To expect or anticipate something.
A1Moreluggage
US /ˈlʌɡɪdʒ/
UK /ˈlʌgɪdʒ/
- Uncountable Noun
- Suitcases and bags
- The contents of suitcases or bags packed for travel.
B1TOEICMoremad
US /mæd/
UK /mæd/
- Adjective
- Very angry
- Enthusiastic about something
A2Moremaintenance
US /ˈmentənəns/
UK /'meɪntənəns/
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- Keeping (a machine) working by checking and fixing
- Financial support paid to a former spouse or for children.
A2TOEICMoremove out
US /muv aʊt/
UK /mu:v aut/
- Phrasal Verb
- To leave a house or flat permanently.
- To advance from a defensive position.
A2Moremove to
US /muv tu/
UK /mu:v tu:/
- Phrasal Verb
- To change the place where you live or work.
- Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
- To proceed to the next stage or action.
A2Morenext to
US /nɛkst tu/
UK /nekst tu:/
- Preposition
- Being located along side another
- In comparison with
- Adverb
- Almost; nearly
A1Moreoff of
US /ɔf ʌv/
UK /ɔf ɔv/
- Preposition
- From a position on something; down from.
A1Moreon and off
US /ɑn ənd ɔf/
UK /ɔn ænd ɔf/
- Adverb
- Intermittently; not continuously.
- Adjective
- Characterized by periods of involvement and separation.
A1Moreone of those things
US /wʌn əv ðoʊz θɪŋz/
UK /wʌn əv ðəuz θɪŋz/
- other
- An unfortunate but unavoidable event.
B2Moreout of luck
US
UK
- Adjective
- To not have any luck; to be unfortunate
A2Moreout of the way
US /aʊt ʌv ði we/
UK /aut ɔv ðə wei/
- Adjective
- Remote; isolated.
- No longer obstructing or hindering.
- Phrase
- Not obstructing or impeding progress; in a position where one does not cause an obstruction.
- Completed; finished; no longer needing attention.
B1Moreoyster
US /ˈɔɪstɚ/
UK /'ɔɪstə(r)/
- Countable Noun
- An edible marine mollusk
B2Morepeak
US /pik/
UK /pi:k/
- Noun
- Part of a cap that sticks out over your eyes
- The very top of a mountain
- Intransitive Verb
- To reach the highest or best point
B1Moreplatform
US /ˈplætˌfɔrm/
UK /'plætfɔ:m/
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- Flat, raised structure that people stand on
- Area from which you board a train at a station
B1Morepregnant
US /ˈprɛɡnənt/
UK /ˈpregnənt/
- Adjective
- Carrying your unborn baby inside you
- Full of meaning or significance; suggestive.
B1Morepurse
US /pɚs/
UK /pɜ:s/
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- Small bag for carrying money and other things
- Transitive Verb
- To make your lips into a kiss shape
A2TOEICMoreripe
US /raɪp/
UK /raɪp/
- Adjective
- (Of a smell) disgusting
- Fully grown or mature; ready to eat
B1Morerush
US /rʌʃ/
UK /rʌʃ/
- Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
- To attack someone suddenly in a group
- To perform or finish with speed and urgency
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- Actions performed or finishes with speed, urgency
- State of hurried action
A2TOEICMoreset up
US /sɛt ʌp/
UK /set ʌp/
- Phrasal Verb
- To make arrangements for something; establish
- Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
- To arrange or prepare something for use.
- To start a business, organization, etc.
A1Moresignal
US /ˈsɪɡnəl/
UK /'sɪɡnəl/
- Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
- To be evidence/an indication something will happen
- To make a noise or motion to tell someone to start
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- Evidence or an indication something will happen
- Movement of a hand or other means to send messages
A2Moreskip out
US
UK
- Phrasal Verb
- To leave a place or situation secretly, often to avoid paying or fulfilling an obligation.
B2Morestand by
US
UK
- Phrasal Verb
- To keep to an agreement
- To wait for something to happen, e.g. TV broadcast
A1Moresubway
US /ˈsʌbˌwe/
UK /ˈsʌbweɪ/
- Noun
- Train system running under the ground in a city
B1Moresummertime
US /ˈsʌmɚˌtaɪm/
UK /ˈsʌmətaɪm/
- Noun
- Warmest season of the year
C2Moretalk on
US /tɔk ɑn/
UK /tɔ:k ɔn/
- Phrasal Verb
- To talk at length about a particular subject.
- To scold or lecture someone at length.
A1Moretap
US /tæp/
UK /tæp/
- Transitive Verb
- To access a liquid (e.g. in a tree) through a hole
- To spy one someone electronically
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- Faucet; the place you can get water from a pipe
- Light hit, generally one that makes a sound
A2Moretap in
US /tæp ɪn/
UK /tæp in/
- Phrasal Verb
- To enter a code or information by tapping on a device.
- To connect to something, such as a meeting or system, remotely.
B1Moreto let
US /tu lɛt/
UK /tu let/
- Preposition
- Indicates that a property is available for rent.
A2Moretube
US /tub,tjub/
UK /tju:b/
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- Plastic or metal container for soft substances
- Long hollow pipe used to hold or liquids or gases
B1Moreunderground
US /ˈʌndərgraʊnd/
UK /ˈʌndəgraʊnd/
- Adjective
- (Being or living) under the surface of the earth
- Secret or subversive.
- Noun
- Secret group organized to overthrow a government
- Subway system, e.g. in London
B1Morewalk down
US /wɔk daʊn/
UK /wɔ:k daun/
- Phrasal Verb
- To walk along or down something.
- To proceed along an aisle, especially at a wedding.
A1Morewhack
US /hwæk, wæk/
UK /wæk/
- Transitive Verb
- To hit someone or something with great force
- Noun
- A very heavy hit making a loud sound
B2Morezone
US /zoʊn/
UK /zəʊn/
- Noun
- Area of space designated for a particular use
- Transitive Verb
- To divide an area for a particular reason
B1More
Vocabulary
- have to: Must do
- got to: To arrive at some place
- look for: To try to find a thing or person that is lost
- get onto: To board or mount a vehicle, such as a bus, train, or bicycle.
- for certain: Definitely; without a doubt.
- look at: To use your eyes to focus on something
- freak out: To react or behave in a wild or irrational way
- skip out: To leave a place or situation secretly, often to avoid paying or fulfilling an obligation.
- look before you leap: Think carefully before taking action to avoid problems.
- in with: Fashionable or popular at the moment.
- tap in: To enter a code or information by tapping on a device.
- get out of: To leave or escape responsibilities, troubles
- get up to: To do something slightly naughty
- in a hurry: Acting or moving with great haste; rushed.
- in the middle of: In the central part or point of something.
- depending on: To rely on for support (financial or emotional)
- go out: To leave a building (e.g. a house)
- in on: To be involved in a secret or plan.
- walk down: To walk along or down something.
- next to: Being located along side another
- set up
- check on: To check that things are OK, correct
- above ground: Located on or higher than the earth's surface.
- in terms of
- out of luck: To not have any luck; to be unfortunate
- hit and miss: In a random or inconsistent manner.
- talk on: To talk at length about a particular subject.
- give up: To lose hope or admit defeat
- come back: To reply to someone, often forcefully
- stand by: To keep to an agreement
- move to: To change the place where you live or work.
- in the way: Obstructing someone or something; hindering progress.
- out of the way: Remote; isolated.
- on and off: Intermittently; not continuously.
- move out: To leave a house or flat permanently.
- to let: Indicates that a property is available for rent.
- off of: From a position on something; down from.
- one of those things: An unfortunate but unavoidable event.
- realize: To become aware of or understand mentally
- aware: Knowing or feeling that something exists
- expect: To believe something is probably going to happen
- annoying: To make someone angry
- freak: (Of weather, etc.) unusual; unpredictable; amazing
- pregnant: Carrying your unborn baby inside you
- direction: When someone tells people what to do
- leap: To enter or start something eagerly
- tap: To access a liquid (e.g. in a tree) through a hole
- couple: To join something to something else
- incident: Event, usually unusual or important; accident
- honestly: With truth or sincerity; I'm being honest with you
- mind: To be bothered or upset by something
- rush: To attack someone suddenly in a group
- leave: To go away from; depart
- platform: Flat, raised structure that people stand on
- peak: Part of a cap that sticks out over your eyes
- credit: System to buy something and pay for it later
- notice: To become aware by sight, touch, or hearing
- lot: What happens to a person in life from chance; fate
- ripe: (Of a smell) disgusting
- maintenance: Keeping (a machine) working by checking and fixing
- signal: To be evidence/an indication something will happen
- kind: In a caring and helpful manner
- mad: Very angry
- purse: Small bag for carrying money and other things
- zone: Area of space designated for a particular use
- stand: To be a candidate in an election
- hint: To suggest without being direct about it
- middle: Place that is halfway between two things
- boom: Very fast increase in growth or popularity
- front: Behavior not showing a person's true feelings
- person: Man, woman or child
- pack: Bag carried on the back of donkey, etc.
- space: Empty area kept for a specific reason, like a car
- wear: To have clothes, glasses, shoes etc. on your body
- gap: Distance between two objects
- carriage: Vehicle on wheels, usually pulled by a horse
- whack: To hit someone or something with great force
- oyster: An edible marine mollusk
- tube: Plastic or metal container for soft substances
- fine: Good, acceptable or satisfactory
- service: Work that a person does to assist others
- luggage: Suitcases and bags
- escalator: Moving electrical stairway in public buildings
- clump: Mass or pile of something such as soil
- arch: Curved part of a structure (e.g. on a bridge)
- kiosk: Box in the street, etc. selling newspapers, etc.
- underground: (Being or living) under the surface of the earth
- backpack: Bag carried by a strap on your back or shoulder
- subway: Train system running under the ground in a city
- summertime: Warmest season of the year
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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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