advance
US /ædˈvæns/
UK /əd'vɑ:ns/
- Noun
- Forward movement by an army
- An attempt to seduce someone
- Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
- (Of an army) to move forward
- To change or improve
A2TOEICMoreamazing
US /ə'meɪzɪŋ/
UK /ə'meɪzɪŋ/
- Adjective
- Surprising in a pleasing way
- Transitive Verb
- To cause wonder; to surprise completely
A2Moreanswer to
US
UK
- Phrasal Verb
- To be responsible to someone and have to explain your actions to them.
- To correspond to or match a description or requirement.
A1Moreargument
US /ˈɑrɡjəmənt/
UK /ˈɑ:gjumənt/
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- Discussion in which you disagree with someone
- A presentation of reasons for or against an idea
A2TOEICMoreat home
US /æt hom/
UK /æt həum/
- Phrase
- In one's own residence or country.
- Adjective
- Feeling comfortable and relaxed.
at some point
US /æt sʌm pɔɪnt/
UK /æt sʌm pɔint/
- Phrase
- At an unspecified time, usually in the future.
A1Moreattempt
US /əˈtɛmpt/
UK /ə'tempt/
- Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
- To try to do something challenging or difficult
- Noun
- Effort made to try to do or accomplish something
A2TOEICMoreback into
US /bæk ˈɪntu/
UK /bæk ˈɪntuː/
- Phrasal Verb
- To drive a vehicle backwards into a space or area.
- To accidentally collide with something while moving backwards.
A1Moreball up
US /bɔl ʌp/
UK /bɔ:l ʌp/
- Phrasal Verb
- To crumple something into a ball shape.
- To become confused or nervous; to make a mess of something.
A1Moreburst out
US /bɚst aʊt/
UK /bə:st aut/
- Phrasal Verb
- To suddenly express an emotion or sound.
- To leave a place suddenly and energetically.
A1Morebutt
US /bʌt/
UK /bʌt/
- Noun
- (Informal) fleshy part of your body you sit on
- The thick end of something, especially a cigarette.
- Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
- To share a boundary by being next to
- To strike, push, or shove (someone or something) with the head.
B2Morecarry on
US /ˈkæri ɑn/
UK /ˈkæri ɔn/
- Phrasal Verb
- To engage in an activity, e.g. a conversation
- To continue or keep doing something
- Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
- To continue doing something
A1Morechase
US /tʃes/
UK /tʃeɪs/
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- Act of going after someone to catch them
- Something that one pursues or tries to obtain.
- Transitive Verb
- To go after with the intention of catching
- To try very hard to get something that you want
A2Morechip
US /tʃɪp/
UK /tʃɪp/
- Transitive Verb
- To break a small piece off something such as a cup
- To break into small pieces, often with a tool
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- Small piece that has broken off (e.g. from cup)
- Piece of computer hardware that does calculations
B1Morechopper
US /ˈtʃɑ:pə(r)/
UK /ˈtʃɒpə(r)/
- Countable Noun
- Large heavy knife with a square blade; small ax
B1Moreclip
US /klɪp/
UK /klɪp/
- Countable Noun
- A metal holder used for keeping things together
- Brief part of a television show or movie
- Transitive Verb
- To attach things together using a metal pin
- To cut a small section or piece out from something
B1Morecome back
US /kʌm bæk/
UK /kʌm bæk/
- Phrasal Verb
- To reply to someone, often forcefully
- To be remembered
A1Morecouple
US /ˈkʌpəl/
UK /'kʌpl/
- Transitive Verb
- To join something to something else
- (Two animals) to engage in sexual relations
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- Two people in a romantic relationship
- Two of something; two people; a pair
A2Morecut in
US /kʌt ɪn/
UK /kʌt in/
- Phrasal Verb
- To interrupt someone's conversation
- To enter a queue at the wrong place
A1Moredive
US /daɪv/
UK /daɪv/
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- Restaurant, bar or club with a bad reputation
- Rapid fall through air
- Intransitive Verb
- To swim deep under water with an air supply
- To rapid fall through air
B1Moredive in
US
UK
- Phrasal Verb
- To start doing something with a lot of enthusiasm.
- Intransitive Verb
- To jump into water headfirst.
A1Moredodger
US /ˈdɑdʒɚ/
UK /ˈdɒdʒə(r)/
- Noun
- Someone who avoids (e.g. paying tax) dishonestly
B1Moredrive down
US /draɪv daʊn/
UK /draiv daun/
- Phrasal Verb
- To cause something to decrease or become lower.
- To travel by car to a place that is further south or lower down.
A1Morefence
US /fɛns/
UK /fens/
- Countable Noun
- Wood, metal structure enclosing an area, land
- The sport of fighting with swords, especially foils, épées, or sabres.
- Transitive Verb
- To enclose an area (with a wall or boundary)
B1TOEICMorefielder
US /ˈfildɚ/
UK /ˈfi:ldə(r)/
- Noun
- Member of the baseball team that is in the field
B1Moreflip
US /flɪp/
UK /flɪp/
- Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
- To turn your body in the air, as in gymnastics
- To move into a different position quickly
- Noun
- Act of turning your body in the air; somersault
- Movement of something from one position to another
B2Morefreeman
US /ˈfrimən/
UK /'fri:mən/
- Noun
- Someone who is not a slave
C2Moreget out of
US /ɡɛt aʊt ʌv/
UK /ɡet aut ɔv/
- Phrasal Verb
- To leave or escape responsibilities, troubles
- To leave a small, enclosed vehicle
A1Moreglove
US /ɡlʌv/
UK /glʌv/
- Countable Noun
- Piece of clothing to protect or keep hands warm
B1TOEICMorehandle
US /ˈhændl/
UK /'hændl/
- Transitive Verb
- To cope with or take responsibility for
- To control a machine, car etc.
- Countable Noun
- The part of a door you hold to open it
- Thing you hold to carry or open a bag, pan etc.
A2TOEICMorehit on
US /hɪt ɑn/
UK /hit ɔn/
- Phrasal Verb
- To discover an idea, etc. by chance
- To flirt with someone; to make a pass at someone.
A1Morehop
US /hɑp/
UK /hɒp/
- Noun
- Dance party
- Small jump, often on one foot
- Intransitive Verb
- To move from one place to another
- To make small jump, as from one foot to the other
B2Morein plenty
US /ɪn ˈplɛnti/
UK /ɪn ˈplenti/
- other
- In large amount; more than enough.
B2Morein the middle of
US
UK
- Phrase
- In the central part or point of something.
- Engaged or occupied with something.
A2Morein time
US /ɪn taɪm/
UK /in taim/
- Adverb
- Eventually; after a period of time.
- Not late; with enough time to spare.
- Phrase
- Eventually; before it is too late.
- According to the scheduled time; punctual.
A1Morein with
US /ɪn wɪð/
UK /in wið/
- Phrase
- Fashionable or popular at the moment.
- Having influence or favor with someone.
- Phrasal Verb
- To introduce or bring something new into a system or organization.
A1Morejar
US /dʒɑr/
UK /dʒɑ:(r)/
- Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
- To have a harsh or unsettling effect on someone
- To make a harsh sound to the ears
- Countable Noun
- Glass container for foods
B2Morelike mad
US /laɪk mæd/
UK /laɪk mæd/
- other
- With great intensity or energy.
B1Moreliner
US /ˈlaɪnɚ/
UK /ˈlaɪnə(r)/
- Noun
- Material used to cover the inside surface of
B2Moreload
US /lod/
UK /ləʊd/
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- Large, often heavy, amount of a thing to be moved
- A burden; heavy responsibility
- Transitive Verb
- To put in items for use (e.g. bullets in a gun)
A2TOEICMoreon the bounce
US /ɑn ðə baʊns/
UK /ɒn ðə baʊns/
- other
- Happening consecutively in a row.
B2Moreout of the way
US /aʊt ʌv ði we/
UK /aut ɔv ðə wei/
- Adjective
- Remote; isolated.
- No longer obstructing or hindering.
- Phrase
- Not obstructing or impeding progress; in a position where one does not cause an obstruction.
- Completed; finished; no longer needing attention.
B1Morepitch
US /pɪtʃ/
UK /pɪtʃ/
- Transitive Verb
- To suggest a product, idea to make someone buy
- To throw a baseball to a batter
- Noun
- Act of throwing a baseball for someone to hit
- Playing fields in sports, e.g. for soccer
B1TOEICMorepitcher
US /ˈpɪtʃɚ/
UK /ˈpɪtʃə(r)/
- Countable Noun
- Person who throws the ball during a baseball game
- Jug to hold and pour liquids
B1Moreplay in
US
UK
- Phrasal Verb
- To participate or compete in a game or competition.
- To have a role in a theatrical production.
A1Morepop
US /pɑp/
UK /pɒp/
- Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
- To cause something to open or burst suddenly
- To go to or in a place for a brief period of time
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- Sweet soda drink
- A short, sharp, explosive sound.
B2Morepop up
US /pɑp ʌp/
UK /pɔp ʌp/
- Intransitive Verb
- To appear suddenly.
- Phrasal Verb
- To appear suddenly and unexpectedly.
- To appear on a computer screen.
A1Moreput out
US /pʊt aʊt/
UK /put aut/
- Phrasal Verb
- To publish, e.g. a book
- To cause someone to be troubled or inconvenienced
A1Moreranger
US /ˈrendʒɚ/
UK /ˈreɪndʒə(r)/
- Noun
- Official who manages and protects a park or forest
B2Morerocket
US /ˈrɑkɪt/
UK /'rɒkɪt/
- Noun
- Powerful engine that releases hot gases
- Dark green, hot-tasting salad leaf
- Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
- To travel, increase, or rise very quickly
- To increase very rapidly and suddenly.
B1Morerocket up
US /ˈrɑkɪt ʌp/
UK /ˈrɒkɪt ʌp/
- other
- To rise or increase very quickly and sharply.
B2Morerun in
US /rʌn ɪn/
UK /rʌn in/
- Phrasal Verb
- To arrest person and take them to police station
- To drive engine slowly until ready for normal use
A1Morescore
US /skɔr, skor/
UK /skɔ:(r)/
- Noun
- A sharp mark or cut in the surface of something
- Current number of points given in a game, contest
- Transitive Verb
- To mark or cut something with a sharp object
- To get or give points in a game, contest, or test
A2TOEICMoreserve
US /sɚv/
UK /sɜ:v/
- Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
- To act in a particular position or office
- To hit the first ball to an opponent in tennis etc.
A2TOEICMoreshot
US /ʃɑt/
UK /ʃɒt/
- Transitive Verb
- To kick or throw a ball at a goal
- To fire a gun; injure or kill someone with a gun
- Countable Noun
- An attempt to kick or throw a ball at a goal
A2Moreslide
US /slaɪd/
UK /slaɪd/
- Noun
- Part of machines that slides backward and forward
- Reduction in amount, price, quality
- Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
- To pass or move smoothly and rapidly into or out
- To move smoothly and rapidly over a surface
A2Moresqueak through
US /skwik θru/
UK /skwi:k θru:/
- other
- To succeed or pass something by a very small margin.
B2Morestrike
US /straɪk/
UK /straɪk/
- Transitive Verb
- To hit something
- To remove or erase.
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- A punch or hit
- Fact of not hitting the ball when playing baseball
A2TOEICMoreswing
US /swɪŋ/
UK /swɪŋ/
- Noun
- Movement in a curved motion
- Flowing, curved movement, e.g. of the arm
- Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
- To move something in a back and forth motion
- To move in a back and forth motion, while hanging
A2Moretalking about
US
UK
- Phrasal Verb
- To discuss a particular topic.
- To be constantly mentioning or bringing up a subject.
A1Moretrade
US /treid/
UK /treɪd/
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- A specific industry, e.g. shoe making
- Action of buying and selling things in business
- Transitive Verb
- To buy, sell and exchange goods in business
- To give something in return for something else
A2TOEICMoreup against
US /ʌp əˈɡenst/
UK /ʌp əˈɡenst/
- Phrase
- Facing or contending with something difficult or challenging.
- In close proximity or contact with something.
wrap
US /ræp/
UK /ræp/
- Countable Noun
- Piece of clothing worn loosely on the shoulders
- Thin bread filled with food and rolled
- Transitive Verb
- To be or move around something
- To cover something with paper or a cloth e.g. gift
B1Morewrap up
US /ræp ʌp/
UK /ræp ʌp/
- Phrasal Verb
- To complete something, such as a film or project
- To finish; bring something to a conclusion
- Transitive Verb
- To enclose (something) in paper or soft material.
B1More
Vocabulary
- ball up: To crumple something into a ball shape.
- up against: Facing or contending with something difficult or challenging.
- burst out: To suddenly express an emotion or sound.
- at home: In one's own residence or country.
- cut in: To interrupt someone's conversation
- come back: To reply to someone, often forcefully
- at some point: At an unspecified time, usually in the future.
- dive in: To start doing something with a lot of enthusiasm.
- talking about: To discuss a particular topic.
- get out of: To leave or escape responsibilities, troubles
- out of the way: Remote; isolated.
- like mad: With great intensity or energy.
- on the bounce: Happening consecutively in a row.
- in with: Fashionable or popular at the moment.
- play in: To participate or compete in a game or competition.
- in plenty: In large amount; more than enough.
- squeak through: To succeed or pass something by a very small margin.
- back into: To drive a vehicle backwards into a space or area.
- drive down: To cause something to decrease or become lower.
- hit on: To discover an idea, etc. by chance
- in time: Eventually; after a period of time.
- rocket up: To rise or increase very quickly and sharply.
- put out: To publish, e.g. a book
- answer to: To be responsible to someone and have to explain your actions to them.
- carry on: To engage in an activity, e.g. a conversation
- run in: To arrest person and take them to police station
- pop up: To appear suddenly.
- in the middle of: In the central part or point of something.
- wrap up: To complete something, such as a film or project
- flip: To turn your body in the air, as in gymnastics
- attempt: To try to do something challenging or difficult
- wrap: Piece of clothing worn loosely on the shoulders
- strike: To hit something
- butt: (Informal) fleshy part of your body you sit on
- field: Area of study, such as physics or biology
- pitch: To suggest a product, idea to make someone buy
- chase: Act of going after someone to catch them
- advance: Forward movement by an army
- board: Surface for posting or showing information
- couple: To join something to something else
- throw: To use your arm to make something fly in the air
- fair: Neither very good nor very bad; average
- lead: Wire for electricity, computer, etc.; cable
- dive: Restaurant, bar or club with a bad reputation
- ground: To break (coffee, etc.) into tiny bits with machine
- clip: A metal holder used for keeping things together
- argument: Discussion in which you disagree with someone
- trade: A specific industry, e.g. shoe making
- serve: To act in a particular position or office
- fall: Season after summer and before winter; Autumn
- leave: To go away from; depart
- pop: To cause something to open or burst suddenly
- hit: To have a negative impact on a person/place/thing
- catch: Amount of something that has been caught
- hop: Dance party
- slide: Part of machines that slides backward and forward
- score: A sharp mark or cut in the surface of something
- amazing: Surprising in a pleasing way
- middle: Place that is halfway between two things
- swing: Movement in a curved motion
- chip: To break a small piece off something such as a cup
- handle: To cope with or take responsibility for
- drive: A person's ambition and motivation to do something
- load: Large, often heavy, amount of a thing to be moved
- turn: To become (a particular age)
- front: Behavior not showing a person's true feelings
- shot: To kick or throw a ball at a goal
- quick: Using very little time; moving far in little time
- fence: Wood, metal structure enclosing an area, land
- jar: To have a harsh or unsettling effect on someone
- rocket: Powerful engine that releases hot gases
- pitcher: Person who throws the ball during a baseball game
- ranger: Official who manages and protects a park or forest
- glove: Piece of clothing to protect or keep hands warm
- liner: Material used to cover the inside surface of
- chopper: Large heavy knife with a square blade; small ax
- dodger: Someone who avoids (e.g. paying tax) dishonestly
- freeman: Someone who is not a slave
- fielder: Member of the baseball team that is in 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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Boston Red Sox vs Los Angeles Dodgers - FULL GAME HIGHLIGHTS 🔥 July 31, 2026 MLB Season
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林宜悉 posted on 2026/08/01Get ready for some baseball action with the FULL GAME HIGHLIGHTS of the Boston Red Sox vs. Los Angeles Dodgers from July 31, 2026! You'll see some incredible plays, clutch hits, and exciting moments, plus pick up useful baseball vocabulary along the way. Don't miss this thrilling matchup from the MLB season!
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