Vocabulary
- in fact: Used to emphasize the truth of a statement, especially one that contrasts with or contradicts something else.
- of course: Sure ; Certainly
- talking about: To discuss a particular topic.
- do in: To make completely tired out and exhausted
- used to: Did regularly before, but don't do now
- at least: As a minimum
- play in: To participate or compete in a game or competition.
- drunk driving: The act of operating a vehicle while under the influence of alcohol.
- for the record: Said to ensure something is officially noted or remembered.
- go on: To continue doing something
- on the other hand : Considering a different aspect of the matter; alternatively.
- finish up: To complete or bring something to an end.
- out there: In or to a place that is far away
- made with: Containing a particular ingredient or material.
- time: Speed at which music is played; tempo
- spare: To make (money or time) available for
- president: Person in charge of a country, or organization
- famous: Excellent
- bill: Plan for a new law being discussed by a government
- hall: Area just inside the entrance of a building
- south: Direction to your right when facing the rising sun
- hobby: Regular activity done in free time, for pleasure
- stamp: To press a seal on a document to make it official
- bob: To move up and down repeatedly
- Einstein: Albert Einstein, a German-born theoretical physicist
- karate: A Japanese martial art; weaponless self-defense
- ping: To make a high sharp sound, as bullet hitting rock
- thomas: A radio broadcast journalist during World War I and World War II noted for his nightly new broadcast
- dakota: A member of the Siouan people of the northern Mississippi valley; commonly called the Sioux
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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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48 Successful People With Unique Hobbies - mental_floss on YouTube (Ep.205)
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Eating posted on 2015/01/27Ever wondered what your favorite celebrities do in their downtime? This fun listicle from Mental Floss spills the tea on 48 successful people and their totally unexpected hobbies, from collecting daggers to playing Segway Polo! You'll pick up tons of cool new vocabulary and facts that are perfect for sparking conversation.
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