Vocabulary
- go past: To move beyond a particular place or point.
- go straight: To continue in the same direction without turning.
- around the corner: Very near; close by.
- across from: Being on the other side
- next to: Being located along side another
- give directions: To provide multiple instructions or a detailed route to a destination.
- on foot
- in circles: Moving or going around and around; not progressing.
- turn around: To change your body to the opposite direction
- instead of: When one thing is replaced by another
- in the world: Used to emphasize a question expressing surprise, confusion, or disbelief.
- be with: To accompany someone; to be in someone's presence.
- by accident: Without intending to; unintentionally.
- get lost: An impolite way of telling someone to go away.
- around the world: In or to many countries.
- break down: To forcibly break, destroy or make collapse
- past it: No longer capable or effective due to age or declining condition.
- have to: Must do
- on the street: Located on or along a public road in a town or city.
- at once: Immediately; without delay
- at a time: Separately; one by one
- in different ways: Using various methods or approaches; with variety.
- at the bank: Located at or near a financial institution.
- pointing at: To aim (gun, etc.) at someone or something
- point at: To aim (gun, etc.) at someone or something
- of course: Sure ; Certainly
- subscribe: To regularly pay to receive a service
- episode: One separate event in a series of events
- eventually: After a long time; after many attempts; in the end
- straight: Not having curves, bends, or angles
- common: Area in a city or town that is open to everyone
- sense: Certain mental feeling or emotion
- roughly: Approximately; (of numbers) about; around
- bit: Device put in a horse's mouth to control it
- reach: To come to or arrive at a goal or destination
- reference: A letter of recommendation, e.g. for a job
- disaster: State of extreme ruin and misfortune
- explain: To make clear or easy to understand by describing
- direction: When someone tells people what to do
- polite: Showing good manners or respect for other people
- embarrassed: To cause someone to feel ashamed
- distance: Lack of friendliness toward another person
- break: To create a new record e.g. running the 100m dash
- topic: Subject or issue people talk or write about
- formal: Observing rules and procedures strictly
- leave: To go away from; depart
- excuse: To allow someone not to do (jury service, etc.)
- totally: In a complete way; completely; absolutely
- academy: School that specializes in certain subjects
- place: To put someone in a particular type of situation
- important: Having power or authority
- hit: To have a negative impact on a person/place/thing
- learn: To get knowledge or skills by study or experience
- block: Solid piece of material used for building
- button: Small round piece material used to fasten clothing
- simple: Not hard to understand or do; not complex
- continue: To do something without stopping, or after pausing
- build: Your physical shape; physique
- information: Collection of facts and details about something
- landmark: Event that marks a change or turning point
- supermarket: Self-service store selling groceries etc.
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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
A2 Elementary
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takuya posted on 2026/05/30Ever gotten lost trying to find a new place? This video uses a hilarious real-life story to teach you exactly how to ask for directions in English, covering phrases like "How do I get to...?" and "Could you tell me the way to...?" You'll also learn essential vocabulary like "straight ahead," "around the corner," and "landmark" so you can navigate any city with confidence!
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