absurd
US /əbˈsɚd, -ˈzɚd/
UK /əb'sɜ:d/
- Adjective
- So foolish as to be difficult to believe
B1Moreaccuse
US /əˈkjuz/
UK /ə'kju:z/
- Transitive Verb
- To claim that someone has done something wrong
A2Moreanswer to
US
UK
- Phrasal Verb
- To be responsible to someone and have to explain your actions to them.
- To correspond to or match a description or requirement.
A1Moreas well as
US /æz wɛl æz/
UK /æz wel æz/
- Adverb
- Also; in addition to
- Preposition
- In addition to; and also.
A1Moreat least
US /æt list/
UK /æt li:st/
- Adverb
- As a minimum
- Not less than
- Phrase
- No less than; at the minimum
- Used to indicate that something is positive in a bad situation.
C2Moreat some point
US /æt sʌm pɔɪnt/
UK /æt sʌm pɔint/
- Phrase
- At an unspecified time, usually in the future.
A1Moreaudience
US /ˈɔdiəns/
UK /ˈɔ:diəns/
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- Group of people attending a play, movie etc.
A2TOEICMoreawkwardness
US /ˈɔkwɚdnɪs/
UK /'ɔ:kwədnəs/
- Uncountable Noun
- Lack of ease in social situations
B2Morebest known
US
UK
- Adjective
- Most widely or popularly recognized, famous, or familiar.
A1Morebond
US /bɑnd/
UK /bɒnd/
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- Rope, chain or other thing used to tie someone up
- Closeness that is shared between people or groups
- Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
- To develop a close relationship with
- To become joined or connected, e.g. using glue
A2TOEICMorebreak it down
US
UK
- Phrasal Verb
- To simplify something complex into smaller, more manageable parts.
- To explain something in a detailed and understandable way.
A2Morecall in
US /kɔl ɪn/
UK /kɔ:l in/
- Phrasal Verb
- To ask others for help when in need
- To make a phone call to your office; to contact
A1Moreclip
US /klɪp/
UK /klɪp/
- Countable Noun
- A metal holder used for keeping things together
- Brief part of a television show or movie
- Transitive Verb
- To attach things together using a metal pin
- To cut a small section or piece out from something
B1Morecomedian
US /kəˈmidiən/
UK /kəˈmi:diən/
- Countable Noun
- An entertainer whose job is to make people laugh
A2Morecomedy
US /ˈkɑmɪdi/
UK /'kɒmədɪ/
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- Amusing play, film, usually with a happy ending
A2Morecouple
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
A2Morecrowd
US /kraʊd/
UK /kraʊd/
- Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
- To force too many things, people into
- (Lots of people) to meet together in one place
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- Large group of people together in one place
A2Morediscomfort
US /dɪsˈkʌmfərt/
UK /dɪsˈkʌmfət/
- Transitive Verb
- To cause to feel uncomfortable or not at ease
- Uncountable Noun
- Feelings of being uncomfortable or uneasy
B2Moredrink out
US
UK
- Phrasal Verb
- To consume all the drinks available at a place.
A1Moredude
US /dud, djud/
UK /du:d/
- Noun
- Form of address for a man
- (informal) A man; a fellow.
- Interjection
- (informal) Used as a term of address, often between men.
B2Moreeject
US /ɪ'dʒekt/
UK /ɪ'dʒekt/
- Transitive Verb
- To make a disc or tape come out of a machine
- To throw someone out; force someone to leave
B2Moreengineering
US /ˌendʒɪˈnɪrɪŋ/
UK /ˌendʒɪˈnɪərɪŋ/
- Uncountable Noun
- The practical application of science to industry
B1Moreevidence of
US
UK
- Phrase
- Facts, objects, or signs that make you believe that something is true.
- Something that shows that something else exists or is true.
A1Moreevidently
US /ˈɛvɪdəntli, ˌɛvɪˈdɛntli/
UK /ˈevɪdəntli/
- Adverb
- In a manner that is easy to see, notice, or sense
B1Moreforce in
US /fɔrs ɪn/
UK /fɔ:rs ɪn/
- other
- To enter a place by applying physical force.
B2Moregoing on
US /ˈɡoɪŋ ɑn/
UK /ˈgəʊɪŋ ɔn/
- Phrasal Verb
- To continue doing something
- To happen (usually negative)
A1Moregone viral
US
UK
- Adjective
- To become very popular by circulating quickly through the Internet.
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
A1Moreheckler
US
UK
- Countable Noun
- Person intentionally interrupting a public speaker
C2Morehell
US /hɛl/
UK /hel/
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- Any place of pain and suffering
- A very unpleasant or difficult experience.
A2Morehonestly
US /ˈɑnɪstli/
UK /ˈɒnɪstli/
- Adverb
- With truth or sincerity; I'm being honest with you
- Genuinely; in a sincere manner.
A2Morehumor
US /ˈhjumɚ/
UK /'hju:mə/
- Uncountable Noun
- Quality that makes something funny
- Mood that a person is in
- Transitive Verb
- To pretend to agree with so they don't get upset
- To agree with someone but don't really mean it
B1Morein general
US /ɪn ˈdʒɛnərəl/
UK /in ˈdʒenərəl/
- Phrase
- Typically; usually; on the whole.
- Not specific or detailed; broadly.
- Adjective
- Not detailed or specific; overall.
C2Morein hell
US
UK
- Phrase
- In a very bad or unpleasant situation
- In the place or state of punishment of the wicked after death
B2Morein the front row
US /ɪn ðə ˈfrʌnt ro/
UK /in ðə ˈfrʌnt rəu/
- other
- Seated in the first row closest to the front.
A2Morein the middle of
US
UK
- Phrase
- In the central part or point of something.
- Engaged or occupied with something.
A2Moreinstead of
US /ɪnˈstɛd ʌv/
UK /inˈsted ɔv/
- Preposition
- When one thing is replaced by another
- Adverb
- As a substitute or alternative.
A1Moreintimidate
US /ɪnˈtɪmɪˌdet/
UK /ɪnˈtɪmɪdeɪt/
- Transitive Verb
- To make someone feel afraid
B2Moreintoxicate
US /ɪnˈtɑksɪˌket/
UK /ɪn'tɒksɪkeɪt/
- Transitive Verb
- To cause to lose control due to drugs or alcohol
- To make someone excited
C2Morelet out
US /lɛt aʊt/
UK /let aut/
- Phrasal Verb
- To allow a person, animal to leave the room, house
- To allow to leave; to release.
- Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
- To enlarge a garment by releasing a seam or adding material.
- To release or allow to escape.
A1Moreloft
US /lɔ:ft/
UK /lɒft/
- Countable Noun
- High area with seats in a church or hall
- Room or space in a building just under the roof
- Transitive Verb
- To hit or throw so that it travels high in the air
- To hit or throw so that it travels high in the air
B2Morelynch
US /lɪntʃ/
UK /lɪntʃ/
- Transitive Verb
- (Of a mob) to illegally put to death by hanging
B2Moremove on
US /muv ɑn/
UK /mu:v ɔn/
- Phrasal Verb
- To decide to change or go to a different place
- To start talking about something different.
A1Moreno holds barred
US
UK
- Adjective
- Without any rules or restrictions.
- Extremely violent or unrestrained.
C1Moreon display
US /ɑn dɪˈsple/
UK /ɔn disˈplei/
- Adjective
- In a place where something can be seen by the public.
- Adverb
- Available for viewing.
A1Moreon the phone
US
UK
- Phrase
- Talking on the telephone.
- Adjective
- Using a phone, especially a mobile phone.
A1Moreout of it
US /aʊt ʌv ɪt/
UK /aut ɔv it/
- Adjective
- Unconscious or not completely alert; dazed or confused.
- Not able to think clearly or react quickly; not with it.
A1Moreout there
US /aʊt ðɛr/
UK /aut ðɛə/
- Adverb
- In or to a place that is far away
- Existing in the universe
- Adjective
- Unconventional; strange; avant-garde
- Existing or available.
A1Morephone in
US /foʊn ɪn/
UK /fəʊn ɪn/
- other
- Call someone by phone, often to report or notify remotely.
B2Moreplay ball
US /pleɪ bɔl/
UK /pleɪ bɔ:l/
- other
- Cooperate or act in agreement with others.
B2Morepodcast
US /'pɑ:dkæst/
UK /'pɒdkɑ:st/
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- A digital recording (e.g. radio show) for download
A2Morepress
US /prɛs/
UK /pres/
- Noun
- Machine using pressure to shape, flatten, squeeze
- General term for TV, radio, newspapers
- Transitive Verb
- To make clothes smooth using a heated iron; iron
- To repeatedly ask someone to do something
A2TOEICMoreracist
US /'reɪsɪst/
UK /'reɪsɪst/
- Adjective
- Believing that people of other races are inferior
- Noun
- Person who judges others negatively based on race
B2Moreray
US /re/
UK /reɪ/
- Proper Noun
- Person's name
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- Lines of light coming from an object
- Fish with a pointed tail and flat body
B1Moreright back
US /raɪt bæk/
UK /rait bæk/
- Interjection
- Said when someone says they will return soon, indicating you expect their prompt return.
- Adverb
- Immediately; very soon after going.
A1Moreroast
US /roʊst/
UK /rəʊst/
- Transitive Verb
- To strongly criticize often in a teasing manner
- To cook food in an oven or over a fire
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- A joint of meat cooked in an oven
B1Morerow
US /roʊ/
UK /rəʊ/
- Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
- To move a boat using oars
- To argue or quarrel loudly about something
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- Loud argument or quarrel between people
- Straight line of things, e.g. seats in classroom
A2Morerude
US /rud/
UK /ru:d/
- Adjective
- Being unkind or impolite to others; disrespectful
- Offensive; ill-mannered
A2Moreruin
US /ˈruɪn/
UK /'ru:ɪn/
- Transitive Verb
- To damage or completely destroy something
- To cause someone to lose their money or status
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- Remains of a building that has been destroyed
- The state of being destroyed or severely damaged.
B1Moreset to
US /sɛt tu/
UK /set tu:/
- Phrasal Verb
- To energetically begin to do, e.g. making a fire
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
A2Morespeak to
US /spik tu/
UK /spi:k tu:/
- Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
- To address or communicate with someone.
- To indicate or suggest something; to be relevant to.
A1Moretalent
US /ˈtælənt/
UK /'tælənt/
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- Natural ability of a person to do something well
- Person with a strong natural ability in something
B1Moretalking about
US
UK
- Phrasal Verb
- To discuss a particular topic.
- To be constantly mentioning or bringing up a subject.
A1Moreto let
US /tu lɛt/
UK /tu let/
- Preposition
- Indicates that a property is available for rent.
A2Moreuncomfortable
US /ʌnˈkʌmfətəbəl, -ˈkʌmftə-/
UK /ʌnˈkʌmftəbl/
- Adjective
- Not being relaxed; worried about something
- Causing or feeling slight pain or physical unease.
B1Moreviral
US /ˈvaɪrəl/
UK /ˈvaɪrəl/
- Adjective
- Of or caused by a virus
- Becoming very popular by circulating quickly from person to person, especially through the Internet.
B2Moreweird
US /wɪrd/
UK /wɪəd/
- Adjective
- Odd or unusual; surprising; strange
- Eerily strange or disturbing.
B1Morewhoa
US /woʊ/
UK /wəʊ/
- Interjection
- Tell someone to do something more slowly
- An exclamation of surprise, amazement, or shock.
C1More
Vocabulary
- in the front row: Seated in the first row closest to the front.
- phone in: Call someone by phone, often to report or notify remotely.
- to let: Indicates that a property is available for rent.
- on the phone: Talking on the telephone.
- in the middle of: In the central part or point of something.
- instead of: When one thing is replaced by another
- at least: As a minimum
- got to: To arrive at some place
- play ball: Cooperate or act in agreement with others.
- evidence of: Facts, objects, or signs that make you believe that something is true.
- have to: Must do
- out there: In or to a place that is far away
- talking about: To discuss a particular topic.
- answer to: To be responsible to someone and have to explain your actions to them.
- no holds barred: Without any rules or restrictions.
- on display: In a place where something can be seen by the public.
- call in: To ask others for help when in need
- set to: To energetically begin to do, e.g. making a fire
- let out: To allow a person, animal to leave the room, house
- as well as: Also; in addition to
- force in: To enter a place by applying physical force.
- in hell: In a very bad or unpleasant situation
- speak to: To address or communicate with someone.
- drink out: To consume all the drinks available at a place.
- out of it: Unconscious or not completely alert; dazed or confused.
- going on: To continue doing something
- at some point: At an unspecified time, usually in the future.
- best known: Most widely or popularly recognized, famous, or familiar.
- gone viral: To become very popular by circulating quickly through the Internet.
- break it down: To simplify something complex into smaller, more manageable parts.
- move on: To decide to change or go to a different place
- in general: Typically; usually; on the whole.
- right back: Said when someone says they will return soon, indicating you expect their prompt return.
- weird: Odd or unusual; surprising; strange
- ruin: To damage or completely destroy something
- audience: Group of people attending a play, movie etc.
- sense: Certain mental feeling or emotion
- dude: Form of address for a man
- viral: Of or caused by a virus
- bond: Rope, chain or other thing used to tie someone up
- intimidate: To make someone feel afraid
- absurd: So foolish as to be difficult to believe
- crowd: To force too many things, people into
- racist: Believing that people of other races are inferior
- pretty: Being attractive to the eye in a simple way
- couple: To join something to something else
- rude: Being unkind or impolite to others; disrespectful
- clip: A metal holder used for keeping things together
- talent: Natural ability of a person to do something well
- press: Machine using pressure to shape, flatten, squeeze
- honestly: With truth or sincerity; I'm being honest with you
- leave: To go away from; depart
- comedy: Amusing play, film, usually with a happy ending
- roast: To strongly criticize often in a teasing manner
- credit: System to buy something and pay for it later
- hell: Any place of pain and suffering
- signal: To be evidence/an indication something will happen
- place: To put someone in a particular type of situation
- row: To move a boat using oars
- kind: In a caring and helpful manner
- comedian: An entertainer whose job is to make people laugh
- stand: To be a candidate in an election
- accuse: To claim that someone has done something wrong
- rise: To wake up and get out of bed after sleeping
- podcast: A digital recording (e.g. radio show) for download
- front: Behavior not showing a person's true feelings
- set: Prepared for something; ready
- person: Man, woman or child
- laugh: To make a happy sound when something is funny
- discomfort: To cause to feel uncomfortable or not at ease
- guy: Man; boy; any person
- group: Two or more musicians who play music together
- case: Container used to carry things, e.g. clothes
- awkwardness: Lack of ease in social situations
- clear: Empty; without anything in it or on it
- uncomfortable: Not being relaxed; worried about something
- humor: Quality that makes something funny
- eject: To make a disc or tape come out of a machine
- evidently: In a manner that is easy to see, notice, or sense
- engineering: The practical application of science to industry
- ray: Person's name
- whoa: Tell someone to do something more slowly
- loft: High area with seats in a church or hall
- intoxicate: To cause to lose control due to drugs or alcohol
- lynch: (Of a mob) to illegally put to death by hanging
- heckler: Person intentionally interrupting a public speaker
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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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10 Awkward Stand-Up Comedy Confrontations
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林宜悉 posted on 2026/03/30Ever wondered how comedians handle hecklers or phone interruptions? This video dives into 10 hilarious stand-up confrontations, showing you exactly how the pros shut down the crowd with wit and style! You'll pick up some awesome situational dialogue and advanced vocabulary perfect for real-life interactions.
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