action
US /ˈækʃən/
UK /'ækʃn/
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- Something that a person or thing does
- A lawsuit.
- Intransitive Verb
- To act to do something
A2Morebear
US /bɛr/
UK /bɛː/
- Transitive Verb
- To accept (responsibilities or duties)
- To give birth to a child; to produce fruit
- Countable Noun
- Large brown animal with fur that lives in forests
- Someone who expects stock market to fall
A2Moreimpact
US /ˈɪmˌpækt/
UK /'ɪmpækt/
- Noun
- A striking effect or result to hit with force
- Act or force of one thing hitting something else
- Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
- To hit or strike someone or something with force
- To have a strong effect on someone or something.
A2TOEICMorelegacy
US /ˈlɛɡəsi/
UK /'leɡəsɪ/
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- Literature, arts etc. from previous generations
- Something left or given by a person who has died
- Adjective
- Relating to old or outdated computer systems or software.
B2TOEICMorelet it show
US
UK
- Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
- To allow something to be visible or apparent.
- To allow something to be expressed or demonstrated.
loud
US /laʊd/
UK /laʊd/
- Adjective
- Being very bright with colors, clothes etc.
- Making a lot of noise
A2Moremark
US /mɑrk/
UK /mɑ:k/
- Proper Noun
- Person's name
- Transitive Verb
- To put a dirty spot or line on something
- To give a grade for homework
A2TOEICMorepassion
US /ˈpæʃən/
UK /'pæʃn/
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- Powerful, positive excitement and interest
- Something for which one has a great love
A2Morereel
US /ril/
UK /ri:l/
- Transitive Verb
- To wind something in on a reel; pull something in
C1Moreripple
US /ˈrɪpəl/
UK /'rɪpl/
- Countable Noun
- Small gentle low wave on the surface of water, etc.
- Sound/noise/laughter that changes in volume
- Intransitive Verb
- To travel or move as small, gentle waves
- To be spread through a person or group
B2TOEICMoreshare
US /ʃɛr/
UK /ʃeə(r)/
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- Part-ownership in a property, business or company
- Part of a company you own, shown by a certificate
- Transitive Verb
- To divide something between two or more people
- To allow others to use your things equally
A2TOEICMoreshine
US /ʃaɪn/
UK /ʃaɪn/
- Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
- To point a light in a certain direction
- To make or produce a bright light
- Transitive Verb
- To make something clean by using a polish
A2Morespark
US /spɑrk/
UK /spɑ:k/
- Countable Noun
- Small piece of burning material produced by fire
- Tiny, brief bit of light caused by electric energy
- Intransitive Verb
- To make tiny, brief bits of light
B1Moretruth
US /truθ/
UK /tru:θ/
- Uncountable Noun
- Real facts about something
A2More
Vocabulary
- let it show: To allow something to be visible or apparent.
- impact: A striking effect or result to hit with force
- legacy: Literature, arts etc. from previous generations
- passion: Powerful, positive excitement and interest
- spark: Small piece of burning material produced by fire
- reason: To think and make conclusions in a logical manner
- lead: Wire for electricity, computer, etc.; cable
- mind: To be bothered or upset by something
- leave: To go away from; depart
- bear: To accept (responsibilities or duties)
- ripple: Small gentle low wave on the surface of water, etc.
- stand: To be a candidate in an election
- bring: To take or go with someone to a place
- turn: To become (a particular age)
- change: To exchange one set of clothes for another
- grow: To get bigger and more mature; make plants do this
- loud: Being very bright with colors, clothes etc.
- start: First time or place that a thing exists; beginning
- truth: Real facts about something
- hold: To agree to keep something for someone
- world: All the humans, events, activities on the earth
- share: Part-ownership in a property, business or company
- life: All the living things e.g. animals, plants, humans
- action: Something that a person or thing does
- clear: Empty; without anything in it or on it
- heart: A feeling of care for others; compassion
- reel: To wind something in on a reel; pull something in
- shine: To point a light in a certain direction
- mark: Person's name
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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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Ilin Chen posted on 2026/08/01You were born to leave your mark, and this inspiring video is all about how to make an impact! Learn how your voice, your words, and your actions can create positive change, even with just one share or one heartfelt post. Get ready to be motivated to speak your truth and let your passion shine!
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