Vocabulary
- on to: Toward something; forward
- right back: Said when someone says they will return soon, indicating you expect their prompt return.
- instead of: When one thing is replaced by another
- at the feet of: Being in a position of submission or deep respect near someone.
- under control: Being managed or restrained; not out of hand.
- go on: To continue doing something
- got to: To arrive at some place
- in the air: Present or circulating in the atmosphere.
- check out
- on earth: Used to emphasize a question expressing surprise or anger.
- outside the box: Thinking in a new and creative way.
- in the face of: When confronted with something difficult or challenging.
- chance on: To find or discover something unexpectedly.
- for someone: On behalf of or intended for a particular person.
- match made in heaven: A perfect or ideal partnership or relationship.
- outside of: Located or situated beyond the boundaries or confines of something.
- back into: To drive a vehicle backwards into a space or area.
- experienced in: Having skill or knowledge as a result of experience.
- as one: Acting or moving together at the same time.
- on purpose: Intentionally; deliberately.
- to perfection: In a flawless or ideal manner; perfectly.
- win over: To convince others to support you or your ideas
- up against: Facing or contending with something difficult or challenging.
- facing off: To oppose one another (often in sports)
- inside of: Within; in the inner part of.
- out of play: No longer in active play or action, especially in sports.
- thanks to: Because of; as a result of.
- up in the air: Not yet decided or resolved; uncertain.
- by example: Through demonstration or serving as a model.
- in school: Attending an educational institution.
- of the century: The most notable or important in a hundred-year period.
- have to: Must do
- on the floor: Located on the ground or bottom surface of a room.
- on the way: During the journey to a particular place.
- beyond belief: Too improbable to be believed; incredible.
- entire: Complete or full; with no part left out; whole
- incredible: Very good; amazing
- technique: Way of doing by using special knowledge or skill
- brilliant: Having a great amount of intelligence or talent
- strike: To hit something
- influence: To affect or change something indirectly
- stunning: Causing amazement, e.g. because so very good
- mean: Average of a set of numbers
- inspire: To give someone an idea to do or make something
- edge: An advantage you have over others
- secure: To get or achieve something with certainty
- pace: Rate of speed at which something moves or happens
- magnificent: Splendid; brilliant; extremely good
- beat: To move in regular motions in order to push blood
- lead: Wire for electricity, computer, etc.; cable
- chest: Strong, lidded container for storing things
- tournament: Sports contest with many games to find a winner
- penalty: Negative effect resulting from your actions
- leave: To go away from; depart
- stage: To organize an event to gain public interest
- goal: Something you try to do or achieve; an aim
- genius: Person displaying a high level of intelligence
- hit: To have a negative impact on a person/place/thing
- control: A device designed to operate a machine
- terrible: Very bad; horrible
- pure: Not mixed with anything else
- kick: Feeling of enjoyment or excitement
- chance: The way something happens without planning
- stadium: Building with a sports field for watching games
- head: To hit a ball with your head in a game
- great: Very good; better than before
- perfect: So good it cannot be improved
- find: To become aware of something that is happening
- captain: Title of a senior officer in the military
- space: Empty area kept for a specific reason, like a car
- dutch: Concerning the culture and people of Holland
- nation: Area or region controlled by a government and army
- legendary: Being a very famous sports player, actor etc.
- minute: Notes taken at a meeting to record what was said
- northern: In or toward the north
- solo: Being performed or done alone
- defender: Fighter who fights against attack
- keeper: Person taking care of animals
- goalkeeper: Player in front of the goal trying to stop goals
- volley: To kick or hit a ball so it stays in the air
- midfielder: Soccer player who plays in the center of the field
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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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Top 20 Greatest Goals in World Cup History
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林宜悉 posted on 2026/06/12Get ready for some serious football magic as we count down the most unforgettable goals in World Cup history! You'll witness breathtaking solo runs, stunning volleys, and audacious chips that left fans and goalkeepers speechless. It's a fantastic way to pick up exciting sports vocabulary and relive some of the most iconic moments in football!
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