Vocabulary
- talking about: To discuss a particular topic.
- in fact: Used to emphasize the truth of a statement, especially one that contrasts with or contradicts something else.
- at work: Located at one's place of employment
- with it: Intelligent, alert, and up-to-date.
- stand for: To support a particular idea, e.g. in politics
- go back to: To return to a starting point
- in the middle of: In the central part or point of something.
- information technology: The study or use of systems (especially computers and telecommunications) for storing, retrieving, and sending information.
- all the things: Everything; all items or aspects
- quick look: A brief or cursory inspection or examination.
- from home: Working or operating from one's residence.
- get through: To arrive at the end of or finish something
- in the world: Used to emphasize a question expressing surprise, confusion, or disbelief.
- anything other than: Except for; not including
- other than: Except for; apart from.
- right next to: Immediately adjacent to; in very close proximity to.
- next to: Being located along side another
- in touch: Having contact or communication with someone.
- put together: To build or assemble something small, e.g. a toy
- people: Persons sharing culture, country, background, etc.
- epidemic: Disease that spreads quickly affecting many
- guy: Man; boy; any person
- conference: Series of lectures held as an event
- call: A order or request for action
- information: Collection of facts and details about something
- goal: Something you try to do or achieve; an aim
- accept: To agree to receive or take something offered
- run: To depart or travel according to a schedule
- video: Recording capturing action with sound
- button: Small round piece material used to fasten clothing
- syndrome: A group of signs and symptoms of a disease
- proposal: Act of asking someone to marry you
- invitation: When someone asks another to attend an event, etc.
- calendar: A table showing the days, months and years
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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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【TED】David Grady: How to save the world (or at least yourself) from bad meetings (David Grady: How to save the world (or at least yourself) from bad meetings)
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Go Tutor posted on 2015/01/25Tired of pointless meetings that drain your energy? This hilarious TED talk reveals the secret to escaping 'Mindless Accept Syndrome' and reclaiming your time with practical tips on calendar etiquette and time management. You'll pick up useful workplace phrases and learn how to handle meeting invites like a pro!
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