Vocabulary
- have to: Must do
- figure out: To understand the behavior of someone
- got to: To arrive at some place
- look at: To use your eyes to focus on something
- to do with: To be about something; concern
- talking about: To discuss a particular topic.
- work out
- on behalf of: As the representative of someone
- in fact: Used to emphasize the truth of a statement, especially one that contrasts with or contradicts something else.
- set up
- of course: Sure ; Certainly
- in the world: Used to emphasize a question expressing surprise, confusion, or disbelief.
- at least: As a minimum
- in terms of
- used to: Did regularly before, but don't do now
- take on: To acquire a new characteristic
- at the end of the day: Ultimately; when everything else is considered.
- in addition to: Besides; as well as
- think about: To consider something carefully.
- in school: Attending an educational institution.
- in particular: Specifically; especially.
- in general: Typically; usually; on the whole.
- think of: To look on as (being something specific); consider
- lead to: To result in some action
- on to: Toward something; forward
- in charge: To be responsible for
- in part: To some extent; partially.
- in the west: Located in or towards the west.
- go back to: To return to a starting point
- with it: Intelligent, alert, and up-to-date.
- work on: To devote effort to improve or develop something
- for example: As an illustration or instance.
- care of: Used in an address to indicate the person who will receive the mail for someone else.
- instead of: When one thing is replaced by another
- deal with
- black and white
- such as: For example; like
- slip under: To move quietly or unnoticed under something.
- at some point: At an unspecified time, usually in the future.
- write in: To add text to a document or form.
- on hold: Temporarily delayed or suspended.
- off kilter: Not perfectly balanced or aligned; askew.
- threat to: A person or thing likely to cause damage or danger.
- stand up to: To resist or fight someone who is being aggressive
- take off: To remove, e.g. your clothes
- build up: To increase the amount; collect something
- of a sudden: Quickly and unexpectedly; suddenly.
- inside of: Within; in the inner part of.
- move to: To change the place where you live or work.
- in favor of: Expressing support or approval for someone or something.
- account for: To explain the cause or reason for something
- pass out: To distribute or hand out papers to people
- hold on: To wait for someone (e.g. on a phone call)
- beat back: To repel or drive back an attacking force.
- tamp down: To reduce or suppress feelings or a situation.
- look for: To try to find a thing or person that is lost
- up against: Facing or contending with something difficult or challenging.
- at the same time: Simultaneously; at the identical moment.
- same time: Occurring simultaneously or at the same point in time.
- as well as: Also; in addition to
- out of power: Not currently holding a position of authority or government.
- take back: To say you no longer agree with an opinion you had
- in on: To be involved in a secret or plan.
- other places: Different locations or areas
- follow on: To happen as a result of something.
- negotiate with: To discuss something formally in order to make an agreement.
- back against the wall: To be in a difficult situation with little room to escape.
- go after: To chase or pursue something
- come up with: To think of an idea or solution; produce
- primary purpose: The main or most important aim or reason for something.
- go away: To go on vacation
- of ours: Belonging to us; associated with us.
- at work: Located at one's place of employment
- left out: To forget; omit
- account of: A spoken or written description of an event.
- in places: In some locations but not others
- finish up: To complete or bring something to an end.
- rest on your laurels: To stop trying hard after achieving success; be complacent.
- stop working: To cease performing a task or function; to become non-operational.
- younger sister: A female sibling born after oneself.
- come up: To come closer to someone; approach
- go out: To leave a building (e.g. a house)
- turn out: To arrive for a public event or entertainment
- for days: For a long period of time; lasting several days.
- next door: Living in the house next to the one mentioned
- as opposed to: In contrast to; rather than.
- around the world: In or to many countries.
- along with: In addition to; together with.
- incredibly important: Extremely significant or crucial.
- go ahead: To start an activity; start doing, working etc.
- to the point: Expressing something directly and without unnecessary detail.
- on point: Perfectly done; exactly right.
- get back to: To get in contact with someone again
- going on: To continue doing something
- walk away from: To leave a situation or relationship, especially when it is difficult or unpleasant.
- play in: To participate or compete in a game or competition.
- build on: To develop or expand something; to use something as a foundation for further progress.
- do in: To make completely tired out and exhausted
- dying to: Extremely eager or anxious to do or have something.
- go on: To continue doing something
- trickle down: To gradually spread or filter through from top to bottom, especially in economics, referring to the belief that tax cuts or other benefits for the wealthy will ultimately benefit the poor and middle class.
- break through: To move quickly through (wall, etc.) using force
- experience in: Knowledge or skill gained from doing something for a period of time.
- for someone: On behalf of or intended for a particular person.
- in need: Not having the necessary things, such as food
- number of people: The total count of individuals within a group or gathering.
- live on: To continue to exist or be remembered.
- answer to: To be responsible to someone and have to explain your actions to them.
- out there: In or to a place that is far away
- look around: To explore a place; search for something.
- quick question: A brief and simple inquiry.
- in the face of: When confronted with something difficult or challenging.
- be with: To accompany someone; to be in someone's presence.
- no matter: Regardless of; it does not matter.
- run on: To continue longer than expected, e.g. a meeting
- the following: Next in order or sequence.
- gender equality: The state in which access to rights or opportunities is unaffected by gender.
- see in: To accompany someone to the entrance of a building or room.
- people: Persons sharing culture, country, background, etc.
- audience: Group of people attending a play, movie etc.
- work: The product of some artistic or literary endeavor
- region: Part of a country, of the world, area, etc.
- president: Person in charge of a country, or organization
- economy: Using money, resources in a careful, effective way
- laugh: To make a happy sound when something is funny
- laughter: Action or sound of laughing
- fire: Heat and the flame produced when burning
- economic: Concerning trade, industry, and money
- book: (Police) to officially record someone's crimes
- united: To join or come together for the same goal
- secretary: Office worker who makes appointments, etc.
- cease: To come or bring to an end; stop continuing
- afghanistan: Country in central Asia between Iran and Pakistan
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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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marmot posted on 2015/01/31Ever wondered how global leaders navigate tough decisions? In this fascinating chat, Hillary Clinton dives deep into complex topics like the Afghanistan negotiation and the Syria crisis, giving you a fantastic chance to boost your vocabulary and understand real-world diplomacy. You'll pick up advanced terms and insights perfect for workplace discussions!
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