behind the scenes
US
UK
- Phrase
- Secretly or without being known to the public.
- In a position to influence events without any public knowledge.
A1Moredo in
US
UK
- Phrasal Verb
- To make completely tired out and exhausted
- To destroy or cause damage to someone
A1Morefreak out
US /frik aʊt/
UK /fri:k aut/
- Phrasal Verb
- To react or behave in a wild or irrational way
- To become very anxious, upset, or afraid; to panic.
- Intransitive Verb
- To experience or display extreme emotions, such as fear or panic.
- To have a very disturbing and frightening experience caused by taking drugs.
B2Moregeek out
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UK
- Phrasal Verb
- To talk about or do something with great enthusiasm because you are very interested in it.
A1Morein 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.
A1Morelook at
US /lʊk æt/
UK /luk æt/
- Phrasal Verb
- To use your eyes to focus on something
- To focus your eyes on something carefully
A1Moreof a kind
US /ʌv e kaɪnd/
UK /ɔv ə kaind/
- Adjective
- Unique; not like anything else
- Phrase
- Sharing similar characteristics or qualities; alike
A1Moreoff the beaten path
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UK
- Adjective
- In a place where few people go; not well known.
- Adverb
- Away from the popular routes or places.
A2Moreon steroids
US
UK
- Phrase
- Greatly enhanced or intensified; more powerful or effective than usual.
- Adjective
- Using anabolic steroids to enhance physical performance.
rise above
US /raɪz əˈbʌv/
UK /raiz əˈbʌv/
- Phrasal Verb
- To overcome or surmount a difficult situation or challenge.
- To not allow oneself to be affected by negative emotions or behaviors.
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Vocabulary
- do in: To make completely tired out and exhausted
- in the world: Used to emphasize a question expressing surprise, confusion, or disbelief.
- rise above: To overcome or surmount a difficult situation or challenge.
- behind the scenes: Secretly or without being known to the public.
- of a kind: Unique; not like anything else
- on steroids: Greatly enhanced or intensified; more powerful or effective than usual.
- off the beaten path: In a place where few people go; not well known.
- freak out: To react or behave in a wild or irrational way
- geek out: To talk about or do something with great enthusiasm because you are very interested in it.
- look at: To use your eyes to focus on something
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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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Best Of The World With Antoni Porowski | Official Trailer | National Geographic
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林宜悉 posted on 2026/05/22Get ready to explore the world with Antoni Porowski as he handpicks National Geographic's most incredible destinations! You'll discover amazing places, from the most biodiverse spots on Earth to opulent historical sites, and pick up fun phrases for talking about unique experiences and delicious, messy food. Come geek out with Antoni as he goes behind the scenes to uncover what makes these travel moments truly life-changing!
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