Vocabulary
- talking about: To discuss a particular topic.
- feel like: To have a desire or inclination for something.
- at the same time: Simultaneously; at the identical moment.
- same time: Occurring simultaneously or at the same point in time.
- in particular: Specifically; especially.
- of course: Sure ; Certainly
- think about: To consider something carefully.
- instead of: When one thing is replaced by another
- speak to: To address or communicate with someone.
- for the world: Used to emphasize something would never happen.
- look up to: To respect or admire someone
- despite the fact: In spite of; notwithstanding.
- at a time: Separately; one by one
- based on: To use something as the foundation or starting point for something else.
- got to: To arrive at some place
- roll back
- school of thought: A particular philosophy or set of beliefs; a way of thinking.
- rather than: More exactly; more correctly
- writ large: Displayed or obvious in a very clear or exaggerated way.
- in terms of
- get across: To communicate (something) clearly and effectively.
- as such: Something previously stated or understood
- in the future: At a later time; in times to come.
- keeping up: To understand what someone is saying
- in the field: Working or doing research in a real-world environment, not in a classroom or laboratory.
- want in: To desire to participate or be included in something.
- think back: To recapture the past
- have to: Must do
- in order to: For the purpose of; with the aim of.
- for the better: Resulting in improvement; to a more favorable condition.
- go back to: To return to a starting point
- after the fact: Happening or known later than the actual event.
- miss out: To exclude; not include in something
- at once: Immediately; without delay
- in the lead: Being ahead of others in a competition or race.
- lead up to: To prepare the way for; to serve as an introduction to.
- on demand: Whenever requested or needed.
- future self: The person you will become in the future, often used in the context of making decisions that will benefit your future well-being.
- turn on
- whole point: The main purpose or most important aspect of something.
- in line with: In agreement with; conforming to.
- around the world: In or to many countries.
- as a result of: Because of something; owing to.
- such as: For example; like
- in the past: During a former period of time; previously.
- know better: To be wise enough not to do something.
- phone in: Call someone by phone, often to report or notify remotely.
- in person: Physically present; not by proxy or remotely.
- spend more time: To dedicate a greater amount of time to a particular activity or person.
- block out: To cover so something cannot be seen or heard
- sort: To organize things by putting them into groups
- potential: Capable of happening or becoming reality
- pandemic: (of a disease) existing in almost all of an area or in almost all of a group of people, animals, or plants
- opportunity: Time, situation when a thing might be done; chance
- reveal: To show something that was hidden before
- fascinating: To attract or interest greatly
- anxious: Afraid of what may happen; worried and nervous
- expect: To believe something is probably going to happen
- purpose: Reason for which something is done; aim; goal
- community: Group of people who share a common idea or area
- confidence: Feeling that you can do well at something
- describe: To tell the appearance, sound, smell of something
- dynamic: Always active or energetic; getting things done
- climate: Typical weather conditions in a particular place
- research: To study in order to discover new ideas and facts
- relationship: Connection between two or more people or things
- bit: Device put in a horse's mouth to control it
- exist: To be present, alive or real
- advice: Suggestion about what would help someone
- society: A group who meet to share values or interests
- tension: Feeling of anxiety and inability to relax
- result: Something produced through tests or experiments
- profile: To write a short description of a person or group
- generation: Act or process of producing or causing something
- guess: To give an answer without knowing if it is correct
- fulfillment: Feeling of satisfaction from achieving something
- beat: To move in regular motions in order to push blood
- cheesy: Being of poor quality or in bad taste; not sincere
- leave: To go away from; depart
- social: Involving activity with people, e.g. in free time
- totally: In a complete way; completely; absolutely
- lot: What happens to a person in life from chance; fate
- important: Having power or authority
- kind: In a caring and helpful manner
- learn: To get knowledge or skills by study or experience
- fact: Something that is known or proved to be true
- ladder: Series of levels to go up in society or business
- pope: Bishop of Rome and the head of the Catholic Church
- boo: To shout out 'boo', to express your disapproval
- pre: A prefix meaning 'before'
- gen: (UK old-fashioned, informal) Information about a particular subject
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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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The AI backlash: Why Gen Z is pushing back | The Global Story
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林宜悉 posted on 2026/06/02Gen Z might be AI's biggest critics! This video dives into why many young people are pushing back against an AI-driven future, even as they navigate a rapidly changing job market. You'll hear fascinating insights into their skepticism and anxieties, plus learn key phrases for discussing technology and societal shifts.
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