Vocabulary
- have to: Must do
- in fact: Used to emphasize the truth of a statement, especially one that contrasts with or contradicts something else.
- of course: Sure ; Certainly
- think of: To look on as (being something specific); consider
- talking about: To discuss a particular topic.
- at work: Located at one's place of employment
- from the start: From the very beginning; from the outset.
- in ways: In a manner or by methods that.
- think about: To consider something carefully.
- at least: As a minimum
- contrast with: To be strikingly different from something else.
- number of people: The total count of individuals within a group or gathering.
- back to work: Returning to one's job or professional duties after a period of absence.
- on the other hand : Considering a different aspect of the matter; alternatively.
- to do with: To be about something; concern
- for instance: As an example.
- look for: To try to find a thing or person that is lost
- cast off: To release the ropes holding a boat in place, allowing it to begin its journey.
- got to: To arrive at some place
- in the way: Obstructing someone or something; hindering progress.
- figure out: To understand the behavior of someone
- down the road: At a future time; in the future.
- in other words: Stating something in a different way, often to make it clearer or more understandable.
- for my money: In my opinion; according to my judgment.
- come from: To have as your native country or city
- of value: Having worth, importance, or usefulness.
- work in: To make an opening for something in your schedule
- work at: To have a job at a particular place or organization.
- except for: Not including; excluding.
- go for it: An expression of encouragement or approval.
- no matter: Regardless of; it does not matter.
- go straight: To continue in the same direction without turning.
- get back to: To get in contact with someone again
- save up: To gradually collect money by saving.
- as we know it: In the form or way commonly understood or accepted.
- by leaps and bounds: Very quickly and significantly, showing rapid progress.
- to an extent: Partly or in some degree.
- in the streets: Located or happening outdoors in public roads or areas.
- set up
- on steroids: Greatly enhanced or intensified; more powerful or effective than usual.
- overwhelming majority: A very large majority; a majority that is so large as to be almost unanimous.
- ever since: Continuously from a past time until now.
- on the table: Located on the surface of a table.
- go back to: To return to a starting point
- depending on: To rely on for support (financial or emotional)
- in order to: For the purpose of; with the aim of.
- in general: Typically; usually; on the whole.
- in terms of
- other than: Except for; apart from.
- out of it: Unconscious or not completely alert; dazed or confused.
- see in: To accompany someone to the entrance of a building or room.
- rather than: More exactly; more correctly
- hell yeah: An enthusiastic expression of agreement or approval.
- care of: Used in an address to indicate the person who will receive the mail for someone else.
- paid work: Employment for which one receives payment; a job.
- feel like: To have a desire or inclination for something.
- on the news: Reported or broadcasted as part of a news program.
- drill down: To examine something in detail; to analyze deeply.
- in particular: Specifically; especially.
- back in the day: In the past; in former times.
- due to: Because of; owing to
- look down on: To show you think others are not as good as you
- in places: In some locations but not others
- cut off: To end a process, e.g. a phone call
- labor union: An organized association of workers, often in a trade or profession, formed to protect and further their rights and interests.
- end up with: To have something as a result.
- point out: To make others aware of an idea
- at the same time: Simultaneously; at the identical moment.
- same time: Occurring simultaneously or at the same point in time.
- theme music: A recurring piece of music associated with a particular film, television program, or event.
- stuff: Generic description for things, materials, objects
- episode: One separate event in a series of events
- absolutely: Completely; totally; very
- phrase: Common expression or saying
- majority: Amount that is more than half of a group
- basically: Used before you explain something simply, clearly
- matter: To be of great importance; to count
- conversation: Talking with other people; discussion or chat
- consumption: The act of buying and using products
- version: Different way that someone interprets something
- increase: To make or become larger in size or amount
- political: Being active or interested in government matters
- conservative: (Of an estimate, price) set fairly low
- capital: Writing the first letter of a word in big letters
- deal: To cope with something - usually troubles
- society: A group who meet to share values or interests
- democracy: System of government in which everyone is equal
- ethic: Set of moral principles; rules of behavior
- spirit: Person's strong determination or attitude
- vision: Ability to see; eyesight
- labor: To struggle to do something because it's difficult
- contempt: Extreme lack of respect; strong disapproval
- rest: Time when one relaxes, sleeps, or is inactive
- pleasure: Feeling of happiness, enjoyment, or satisfaction
- reap: To harvest or to cut and collect crops
- wage: Money paid to a worker for the hours they worked
- ideology: Ideas or beliefs which form theory and policy
- revolution: When a group overthrows an existing government
- social: Involving activity with people, e.g. in free time
- industrial: Concerning making things in factories
- lot: What happens to a person in life from chance; fate
- century: Period of 100 years
- important: Having power or authority
- kind: In a caring and helpful manner
- sharp: Person's name
- fact: Something that is known or proved to be true
- economic: Concerning trade, industry, and money
- build: Your physical shape; physique
- public: Owned by the government
- government: Group of people and system that rule a nation
- point: An item to be discussed
- tradition: An event, custom or way common to a people or race
- capitalist: Person believing in private ownership of property
- hijack: To take control of a plane, etc. by force
- protestant: Person believing in Protestantism
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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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Americans don’t know how to stop working | The Gray Area
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林宜悉 posted on 2026/06/01Ever wonder why Americans seem obsessed with work? This fascinating conversation dives into the history of the Protestant work ethic, revealing how ideas like 'hard work' and 'personal responsibility' have been interpreted and often used against workers. You'll gain a fresh perspective on the present and future of work, plus pick up some great vocabulary for discussing labor and ethics!
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