Vocabulary
- in the world: Used to emphasize a question expressing surprise, confusion, or disbelief.
- out of it: Unconscious or not completely alert; dazed or confused.
- coming out with: To go out with someone on a date
- based on: To use something as the foundation or starting point for something else.
- as well as: Also; in addition to
- got to: To arrive at some place
- used to: Did regularly before, but don't do now
- run down: To be in a bad condition
- going on: To continue doing something
- up against: Facing or contending with something difficult or challenging.
- at least: As a minimum
- out there: In or to a place that is far away
- instead of: When one thing is replaced by another
- word of mouth: Information spread by people telling each other.
- behind the scenes: Secretly or without being known to the public.
- deal with
- much about: A lot of information or knowledge concerning something.
- page in: Contact someone by pager urgently.
- bring in: To earn a certain amount of money or profits
- bring on: To cause to appear, e.g. onto a stage
- of course: Sure ; Certainly
- around the world: In or to many countries.
- go for it: An expression of encouragement or approval.
- ultimately: Done or considered as the final and most important
- figure: To appear in a game, play or event
- entrepreneur: Businessperson who develops new businesses
- panic: Overwhelming feeling of fear and anxiety
- period: Set amount of time during which events take place
- realize: To become aware of or understand mentally
- elite: The richest, most powerful, best-educated, or best-trained group in a society
- research: To study in order to discover new ideas and facts
- measure: Plan to achieve a desired result
- pressure: Anxiety caused by difficult problems
- feature: Special report in a magazine or paper
- brand: A mark burned on an animal to show who owns it
- exercise: To work out to become stronger and healthier
- deal: To cope with something - usually troubles
- raise: To increase a bet above another when playing cards
- performance: Act of doing something
- mass: Religious ceremony in some Christian churches
- professional: Of jobs such as doctor, lawyer, accountant, etc.
- alcohol: A colorless liquid that can catch fire (C2H5OH)
- string: To tie or connect things together with a thread
- device: Object, machine, or equipment for a specific use
- obsess: To talk or think about someone, something too much
- totally: In a complete way; completely; absolutely
- company: Good feeling from being with someone else
- moment: Very short or brief period of time
- lot: What happens to a person in life from chance; fate
- technology: Use or knowledge of science in industry etc.
- kind: In a caring and helpful manner
- skepticism: Doubting that something is true/probable/useful
- build: Your physical shape; physique
- monitor: To observe and keep a record of something
- point: An item to be discussed
- bring: To take or go with someone to a place
- founder: Person establishing an organization, school etc.
- great: Very good; better than before
- medical: Of or relating to physical health or medicine
- squash: To stop a revolt, etc. continuing; overcome; defeat
- attack: To try to destroy, beat, or injure
- blood: Red liquid in the bodies of people and animals
- bankruptcy: State of having no money and unable to pay debts
- wellness: State of being happy, healthy or prosperous
- recovery: Process of returning to a former (good) state
- datum: Item of factual information
- membership: Being a member of a group; joining a group
- whoop: Loud cry expressing excitement or happiness
- ceo: CEO for Chief Operating Officer
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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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143 Investors Said No. Now His Company Is Worth $10 Billion
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林宜悉 posted on 2026/06/04Ever wondered how a company can go from 143 investor rejections to a $10 billion valuation? This video tells the incredible story of WHOOP's founder, Will Ahmed, and his journey from skepticism to success. You'll hear about overcoming near bankruptcy and pick up phrases related to entrepreneurship and building a business from the ground up!
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