Vocabulary

  • in real life: In the physical world; not online or in a fictional setting.
  • of course: Sure ; Certainly
  • in terms of
  • think of: To look on as (being something specific); consider
  • in general: Typically; usually; on the whole.
  • have to: Must do
  • at the same time: Simultaneously; at the identical moment.
  • same time: Occurring simultaneously or at the same point in time.
  • think about: To consider something carefully.
  • based on: To use something as the foundation or starting point for something else.
  • as well as: Also; in addition to
  • in the field: Working or doing research in a real-world environment, not in a classroom or laboratory.
  • in writing: Expressed or presented in written form, rather than spoken.
  • talking about: To discuss a particular topic.
  • in the first place: To begin with; as the first point or consideration.
  • back down: To admit you were wrong; stop claiming
  • experience in: Knowledge or skill gained from doing something for a period of time.
  • for the most part: Generally; mostly; on the whole.
  • in the world: Used to emphasize a question expressing surprise, confusion, or disbelief.
  • back then: At that time in the past.
  • pin down: To force someone to clarify their opinion
  • grow up: To develop from a child into an adult
  • going on: To continue doing something
  • at least: As a minimum
  • feel like: To have a desire or inclination for something.
  • outside of: Located or situated beyond the boundaries or confines of something.
  • in the middle of: In the central part or point of something.
  • go ahead: To start an activity; start doing, working etc.
  • in particular: Specifically; especially.
  • on the phone: Talking on the telephone.
  • language proficiency: The ability to use a language with accuracy and fluency.
  • on top of that: In addition to something already mentioned; furthermore.
  • tune in: To listen to a radio program or watch a television program.
  • out there: In or to a place that is far away
  • in the end: Finally; after a period of time or series of events.
  • regardless of
  • authentic: From a reliable source; accurate; true
  • approach: To get close to reaching something or somewhere
  • accent: To give emphasis to (a point you are making)
  • opportunity: Time, situation when a thing might be done; chance
  • improve: To make, or become, something better
  • experience: Thing a person has done or that happened to them
  • practical: Relating to what is sensible, real or useful
  • structure: The way in which the parts of a system or object are arranged or organized, or a system arranged in this way
  • typically: In a normal or usual way
  • tend: To move or act in a certain manner
  • encounter: To come up against a problem or trouble; meet
  • general: Widespread, normal or usual
  • exposure: Allowing light through a cameras lens onto film
  • develop: To explain something in steps and in detail
  • conversation: Talking with other people; discussion or chat
  • expect: To believe something is probably going to happen
  • strength: Condition of being strong
  • variety: Particular type of thing or person
  • academic: Concerning education, schools, universities, etc.
  • research: To study in order to discover new ideas and facts
  • measure: Plan to achieve a desired result
  • ability: The power, resources or skill to do something
  • inherent: Existing as an essential part of
  • issue: To make something available to be used or sold
  • drill: A machine that makes holes with a metal bit
  • address: Exact street location of a place
  • primary: Most important, most basic or essential
  • typical: Normal; usual; expected
  • section: A part of a whole
  • principle: Moral rule or belief governing a person's behavior
  • fair: Neither very good nor very bad; average
  • assessment: Conclusion, opinion formed after due consideration
  • elicit: To get an answer or reaction from
  • proficiency: High amount of skill or ability in something
  • important: Having power or authority
  • learn: To get knowledge or skills by study or experience
  • control: A device designed to operate a machine
  • information: Collection of facts and details about something
  • clarification: Act or process of making a liquid clear
  • audio: Concerning sound
  • language: Words or signs used to communicate messages
  • question: To ask for or try to get information
  • grow: To get bigger and more mature; make plants do this
  • receptive: Being open to hearing and considering new ideas
  • discourse: The study of how we write and speak
  • polished: To make something smooth and shiny by rubbing it
  • undergraduate: A college student studying for their first degree
  • toefl: Test Of English as a Foreign Language
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    • ability

      US /əˈbɪlɪti/

      UK /ə'bɪlətɪ/

      • Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
      • The power, resources or skill to do something
      • A particular skill or talent.
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    • academic

      US /ˌækəˈdɛmɪk/

      UK /ˌækə'demɪk/

      • Adjective
      • Concerning education, schools, universities, etc.
      • Concerning education, schools, universities, etc.
      • Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
      • Educator teaching at a college or university
      • A subject taught at schools and universities.
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    • accent

      US /ˈækˌsɛnt/

      UK /'æksent/

      • Transitive Verb
      • To give emphasis to (a point you are making)
      • Noun
      • Feature of a design, e.g. a stripe on a shirt
      • Correct spoken emphasis on a part of a word
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    • approach

      US /əˈprəʊtʃ/

      UK /ə'prəʊtʃ/

      • Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
      • To get close to reaching something or somewhere
      • To request someone to do something specific
      • Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
      • Means of reaching a place, often a road or path
      • Request of someone with a specific goal in mind
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    • as well as

      US /æz wɛl æz/

      UK /æz wel æz/

      • Adverb
      • Also; in addition to
      • Preposition
      • In addition to; and also.
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    • assessment

      US /əˈsɛsmənt/

      UK /əˈsesmənt/

      • Noun
      • Conclusion, opinion formed after due consideration
      B1TOEIC
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    • at 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.
      C2
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    • at the same time

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • Simultaneously; at the identical moment.
      • Nevertheless; however; used to introduce a contrasting or qualifying statement.
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    • audio

      US /ˈɔ:dioʊ/

      UK /ˈɔ:diəʊ/

      • Adjective
      • Concerning sound
      • Uncountable Noun
      • Sound, especially when recorded or transmitted.
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    • authentic

      US /ɔˈθɛntɪk/

      UK /ɔ:ˈθentɪk/

      • Adjective
      • From a reliable source; accurate; true
      B1
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    • back down

      US /bæk daʊn/

      UK /bæk daun/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To admit you were wrong; stop claiming
      A1
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    • back then

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • At that time in the past.
      A1
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    • based on

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To use something as the foundation or starting point for something else.
      • Preposition
      • Using something as the main idea or foundation.
      • Relying on something as evidence or justification.
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    • clarification

      US /ˌklærəfəˈkeʃən/

      UK /ˌklærəfɪ'keɪʃn/

      • Uncountable Noun
      • Act or process of making a liquid clear
      • Act of explaining to make it easier to understand
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    • conversation

      US /ˌkɑnvɚˈseʃən/

      UK /ˌkɒnvəˈseɪʃn/

      • Uncountable Noun
      • Talking with other people; discussion or chat
      • General communication or interaction.
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    • discourse

      US /ˈdɪskɔrs/

      UK /'dɪskɔ:s/

      • Uncountable Noun
      • The study of how we write and speak
      • Long talk or essay about a subject
      • Intransitive Verb
      • To make a long speech
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    • drill

      US /drɪl/

      UK /drɪl/

      • Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
      • A machine that makes holes with a metal bit
      • Exercise done to learn military skills
      • Transitive Verb
      • To make a deep hole to find oil, gas etc.
      • To put a hole in something by using a boring tool
      B1TOEIC
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    • elicit

      US /ɪˈlɪsɪt/

      UK /iˈlɪsɪt/

      • Transitive Verb
      • To get an answer or reaction from
      B2TOEIC
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    • encounter

      US /ɛnˈkaʊntɚ/

      UK /ɪn'kaʊntə(r)/

      • Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
      • To come up against a problem or trouble; meet
      • To meet someone or something unexpectedly
      • Noun
      • A chance meeting; unexpected or unplanned meeting
      B1TOEIC
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    • experience in

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • Knowledge or skill gained from doing something for a period of time.
      • Exposure to or involvement in a particular activity or situation.
      B1
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    • exposure

      US /ɪkˈspoʒɚ/

      UK /ɪk'spəʊʒə(r)/

      • Noun
      • Allowing light through a cameras lens onto film
      • Being talked about in the media
      A2TOEIC
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    • feel like

      US

      UK

      • Intransitive Verb
      • To have a desire or inclination for something.
      • To have a particular quality or sensation; resemble.
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    • for the most part

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • Generally; mostly; on the whole.
      • Mostly; generally; in most cases.
      A1
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    • go ahead

      US /ɡo əˈhɛd/

      UK /ɡəu əˈhed/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To start an activity; start doing, working etc.
      • To give permission to do something
      • Intransitive Verb
      • To start or proceed with something
      • To proceed despite potential obstacles or doubts.
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    • going on

      US /ˈɡoɪŋ ɑn/

      UK /ˈgəʊɪŋ ɔn/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To continue doing something
      • To happen (usually negative)
      A1
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    • grow up

      US /ɡro ʌp/

      UK /ɡrəu ʌp/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To develop from a child into an adult
      A1
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    • have to

      US /hæv tu/

      UK /ˈhæv tə/

      • Auxiliary Verb
      • Must do
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    • in general

      US /ɪn ˈdʒɛnərəl/

      UK /in ˈdʒenərəl/

      • Phrase
      • Typically; usually; on the whole.
      • Not specific or detailed; broadly.
      • Adjective
      • Not detailed or specific; overall.
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    • in particular

      US /ɪn pɚˈtɪkjəlɚ/

      UK /in pəˈtikjulə/

      • Phrase
      • Specifically; especially.
      • Detailed or precise.
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    • in real life

      US /ɪn ˈriəl laɪf/

      UK /in riəl laif/

      • Phrase
      • In the physical world; not online or in a fictional setting.
      • Actually; genuinely; not made up or fictional.
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    • in terms of

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • With regard to; concerning a particular aspect.
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    • in the end

      US /ɪn ði ɛnd/

      UK /in ðə end/

      • Phrase
      • Finally; after a period of time or series of events.
      • Ultimately; as the final result or consequence.
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    • in the field

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • Working or doing research in a real-world environment, not in a classroom or laboratory.
      • Located on the playing area of a sports ground.
      A1
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    • in the first place

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • To begin with; as the first point or consideration.
      • From the beginning; initially.
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    • in the middle of

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • In the central part or point of something.
      • Engaged or occupied with something.
      A2
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    • in the world

      US /ɪn ði wɜrld/

      UK /in ðə wɜː(r)ld/

      • Phrase
      • Used to emphasize a question expressing surprise, confusion, or disbelief.
      • Used to indicate the extent or degree of something, often in a superlative sense.
      A1
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    • in writing

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • Expressed or presented in written form, rather than spoken.
      • Officially recorded in a written document, especially for legal purposes.
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    • inherent

      US /ɪnˈhɪrənt/

      UK /ɪnˈhɪərənt/

      • Adjective
      • Existing as an essential part of
      • Involved in the constitution or essential character of something.
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    • issue

      US /ˈɪʃu/

      UK /'ɪʃu:/

      • Transitive Verb
      • To make something available to be used or sold
      • To deliver a statement, etc. in an official manner
      • Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
      • Important topic discussed, debated or argued over
      • Single edition of a magazine
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    • language proficiency

      US

      UK

      • Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
      • The ability to use a language with accuracy and fluency.
      • A standardized assessment of one's language skills.
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    • of course

      US /ʌv kɔː(r)s/

      UK /ɔv kɔː(r)s/

      • Adverb
      • Sure ; Certainly
      • Phrase
      • For sure; certainly
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    • on the phone

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • Talking on the telephone.
      • Adjective
      • Using a phone, especially a mobile phone.
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    • on top of that

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • In addition to something already mentioned; furthermore.
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    • opportunity

      US /ˌɑpɚˈtunɪti, -ˈtju-/

      UK /ˌɒpə'tju:nətɪ/

      • Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
      • Time, situation when a thing might be done; chance
      • A favorable time or occasion for doing something.
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    • out 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.
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    • outside of

      US /aʊtˈsaɪd ʌv/

      UK /ˌautˈsaid ɔv/

      • Preposition
      • Located or situated beyond the boundaries or confines of something.
      • Beyond the scope, range, or limits of something.
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    • pin down

      US /pɪn daʊn/

      UK /pin daun/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To force someone to clarify their opinion
      • To discover the exact details about something
      • Transitive Verb
      • To force someone to make a decision or give a clear answer.
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    • polished

      US /ˈpɑlɪʃt/

      UK /ˈpɒlɪʃt/

      • Transitive Verb
      • To make something smooth and shiny by rubbing it
      • To improve by practicing or working on it
      • Verb
      • To improve by practicing or working on it
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    • practical

      US /ˈpræktɪkəl/

      UK /ˈpræktɪkl/

      • Adjective
      • Relating to what is sensible, real or useful
      • Relating to experience, action, or practice; not theoretical or ideal.
      • Noun
      • A practical exam or lesson.
      • A person concerned chiefly with the practice of something; a person with practical skills.
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    • primary

      US /ˈpraɪˌmɛri, -məri/

      UK /'praɪmərɪ/

      • Adjective
      • Most important, most basic or essential
      • Happening first; earliest
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    • principle

      US /ˈprɪnsəpəl/

      UK /ˈprɪnsəpl/

      • Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
      • Moral rule or belief governing a person's behavior
      • Natural law that explains how things work
      A2TOEIC
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    • proficiency

      US /prəˈfɪʃənsi/

      UK /prə'fɪʃnsɪ/

      • Uncountable Noun
      • High amount of skill or ability in something
      B2TOEIC
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    • receptive

      US /rɪˈsɛptɪv/

      UK /rɪˈseptɪv/

      • Adjective
      • Being open to hearing and considering new ideas
      B2
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    • regardless of

      US /rɪˈɡɑrdlɪs ʌv/

      UK /riˈɡɑ:dlis ɔv/

      • Phrase
      • Preposition
      • Without being affected or influenced by something; despite.
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    • research

      US /rɪˈsɚtʃ, ˈriˌsɚtʃ/

      UK /rɪ'sɜ:tʃ/

      • Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
      • To study in order to discover new ideas and facts
      • To study the market relating to marketing products and services.
      • Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
      • Study done to discover new ideas and facts
      • A particular area or topic of study.
      A2TOEIC
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    • same time

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • Occurring simultaneously or at the same point in time.
      • At the identical time as before; recurring at a fixed hour.
      • Noun
      • An equal duration or period.
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    • section

      US / ˈsɛkʃən/

      UK /'sekʃn/

      • Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
      • A part of a whole
      • Specific group of people from a larger group
      • Transitive Verb
      • To divide something into smaller parts
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    • strength

      US /strɛŋkθ, strɛŋθ, strɛnθ/

      UK /streŋθ/

      • Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
      • Condition of being strong
      • The quality or state of being physically strong.
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    • structure

      US /ˈstrʌk.tʃɚ/

      UK /ˈstrʌk.tʃə/

      • Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
      • The way in which the parts of a system or object are arranged or organized, or a system arranged in this way
      • A building or other man-made object.
      • Transitive Verb
      • To plan, organize, or arrange the parts of something
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    • talking about

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To discuss a particular topic.
      • To be constantly mentioning or bringing up a subject.
      A1
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    • tend

      US /tɛnd/

      UK /tend/

      • Intransitive Verb
      • To move or act in a certain manner
      • Transitive Verb
      • To take care of
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    • think about

      US /θɪŋk əˈbaʊt/

      UK /θiŋk əˈbaut/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To consider something carefully.
      • To remember or call to mind.
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    • think of

      US /θɪŋk ʌv/

      UK /θiŋk ɔv/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To look on as (being something specific); consider
      • To consider or remember something.
      • Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
      • To imagine or call something to mind
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    • toefl

      US /ˈtofəl/

      UK /ˈtəʊfəl/

      • Proper Noun
      • Test Of English as a Foreign Language
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    • tune in

      US /tun ɪn/

      UK /tju:n in/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To listen to a radio program or watch a television program.
      • To pay attention to something; to be aware of something.
      A2
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    • typical

      US /ˈtɪpɪkəl/

      UK /ˈtɪpɪkl/

      • Adjective
      • Normal; usual; expected
      • Serving as a representative example of a particular type.
      A2
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    • typically

      US /ˈtɪpɪklɪ/

      UK /ˈtɪpɪkli/

      • Adverb
      • In a normal or usual way
      B1
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    • undergraduate

      US /ˌʌndərˈgrædʒuət/

      UK /ˌʌndəˈgrædʒuət/

      • Countable Noun
      • A college student studying for their first degree
      B2
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    • variety

      US /vəˈraɪɪti/

      UK /və'raɪətɪ/

      • Noun
      • Particular type of thing or person
      • The quality or state of being different or diverse; the absence of uniformity, sameness, or monotony.
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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

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    brave

    US/brev/
    UK/breɪv/
    adj.Brave
    v.t.To bravely face
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