Vocabulary
- feel like: To have a desire or inclination for something.
- think of: To look on as (being something specific); consider
- thanks to: Because of; as a result of.
- or simply: Alternatively; in a more straightforward way.
- in time: Eventually; after a period of time.
- in sight: Visible; able to be seen.
- at risk: In danger; likely to be harmed
- in the first place: To begin with; as the first point or consideration.
- at home: In one's own residence or country.
- much about: A lot of information or knowledge concerning something.
- crystal clear: Extremely clear and easy to understand.
- of course: Sure ; Certainly
- instead of: When one thing is replaced by another
- stop in: To visit a place briefly, usually on the way to somewhere else.
- drive away: To leave in a vehicle.
- outside of: Located or situated beyond the boundaries or confines of something.
- authentic: From a reliable source; accurate; true
- rhythm: Pattern of events, motions, or changes
- experience: Thing a person has done or that happened to them
- spot: A certain place or area
- unique: Unlike other things; being the only one like it
- explore: To examine something in detail to learn about it
- calm: Without wind or storm; quiet; peaceful
- escape: Act to briefly ignoring boring or bad things
- reach: To come to or arrive at a goal or destination
- crowd: To force too many things, people into
- dramatic: Gripping the attention; causing an effect
- remain: To be left behind; to continue to exist
- cuisine: Certain style or technique of cooking
- glimpse: To see or notice something very briefly
- medieval: Old or out of date and not of much use
- stroll: To walk slowly and in a relaxed manner
- landscape: Area or scene of activity, especially in politics
- risk: To do something potentially dangerous or foolish
- anecdote: Brief story based on personal experience
- raw: Being uncontrolled or strong, as your emotions
- rush: To attack someone suddenly in a group
- feast: Religious celebration
- narrow: Not wide; short from one side to the other
- digital: Using electronic signals or computers
- guard: To keep watch over something to protect it
- favorite: A thing that someone likes best or enjoys most
- curve: Smooth rounded line that is not straight
- culture: Beliefs and customs of a particular group
- border: To be right next to another country or state
- century: Period of 100 years
- place: To put someone in a particular type of situation
- trim: To cut (hair, etc.) to make it neater/shorter
- balcony: Platform with a rail projecting out of a building
- unfold: (Of a situation) to be told or revealed
- stand: To be a candidate in an election
- point: An item to be discussed
- blur: To make something unclear or out of focus
- natural: Being as one would expect; being usual or normal
- head: To hit a ball with your head in a game
- step: Movement done as part of a particular dance
- perfect: So good it cannot be improved
- hide: To go to, or put a thing where it can't be found
- pump: To make liquid or gas flow in a particular direction
- portuguese: Concerning the culture and people of Portugal
- area: Amount of measured space
- hipster: Cool person; one following the latest styles
- hug: To hold someone in your arms as sign of affection
- granite: Type of very hard stone used in buildings
- mask: To hide something so that it cannot be seen
- limestone: Sedimentary rock consisting mainly of calcium
- unforgettable: Impossible to forget; memorable; impressive
- untouched: Still full
- info: Shortened form of the word 'information'
- logo: Name, symbol or picture which represents a company
- seafood: Fish, shellfish, etc. that can be eaten
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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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Susan posted on 2026/06/01Dreaming of Portugal beyond the usual tourist traps? Dave, an expat of four years, shares his favorite authentic spots like the charming fishing town of Sesimbra and the wild coast of Porto Covo, focusing on slow travel and unforgettable food. You'll discover hidden gems and pick up phrases for experiencing the real Portugal!
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