Vocabulary
- set up
- for example: As an illustration or instance.
- pronunciation: How a word is said; how a word sounds
- imagine: To think creatively about; form mental picture of
- mean: Average of a set of numbers
- tip: To pour or move something from a place, container
- introduce: To open an essay to set the scene
- connect: To associate a thing with something else
- naturally: In the expected or usual way
- set: Prepared for something; ready
- quick: Using very little time; moving far in little time
- arrange: To write music for a particular instrument
- work: The product of some artistic or literary endeavor
- cousin: Child of your uncle or aunt
- hear: To be aware of sound; to perceive with the ear
- give: Degree of flexibility in something, a material
- repeat: Action that is done again
- people: Persons sharing culture, country, background, etc.
- date: To have become old-fashioned
- number: Symbols such as 1, 2, 56, 793
- speak: To be able to use a certain language
- listen: To carefully consider what someone is saying
- coworker: A person who you work with, especially someone with a similar job or level of responsibility
- friend: Person who you like and enjoy being with
- stop: To block or close something
- romantically: As part of a romance; as boyfriend/girlfriend
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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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“SET UP” = Arrange a Date | Everyday American English 🇺🇸
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ballades0228 posted on 2026/05/19Ever wondered what "set up" really means in American English? This video breaks down this super common phrase, showing you exactly how it's used to arrange a date and introducing you to someone romantically! You'll pick up practical vocabulary and cultural insights that make everyday conversations a breeze.
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