Vocabulary
- of course: Sure ; Certainly
- look at: To use your eyes to focus on something
- in action: Actively doing something; performing a task or duty.
- for example: As an illustration or instance.
- in the news: Being widely reported in the media.
- on the ground: Located on the surface of the earth.
- talking about: To discuss a particular topic.
- set up
- turn on
- in with: Fashionable or popular at the moment.
- in the middle of: In the central part or point of something.
- take off: To remove, e.g. your clothes
- look for: To try to find a thing or person that is lost
- have to: Must do
- except that: But; with the exception that.
- put it together: To assemble or construct something from separate parts.
- on the other hand : Considering a different aspect of the matter; alternatively.
- around the world: In or to many countries.
- to boot: In addition; as well; besides.
- make up: To invent or create a story
- ask in: To invite someone to enter one's home or place.
- basically: Used before you explain something simply, clearly
- conflict: Argument or struggle between two or more parties
- ground: To break (coffee, etc.) into tiny bits with machine
- fuel: To give power to (a mob, anger, etc.); incite
- regular: Having an equal amount of space or time in between
- military: Army or armed forces
- hear: To be aware of sound; to perceive with the ear
- enemy: Something that stops you doing what you want
- fight: To argue or quarrel with someone about something
- talk: Style of speaking
- offensive: Causing displeasure or anger
- marine: Soldier trained to serve on land and sea
- rocket: Powerful engine that releases hot gases
- explode: To express an emotion in a sudden and loud way
- war: Situation where armies fight each other
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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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Vience Fu posted on 2015/02/07Ever get lost in news reports about conflicts? This video breaks down essential war and military vocabulary, from ranks and insignia to specific weapons and conflict terms. You'll pick up advanced vocabulary that helps you understand the news like a pro!
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