Vocabulary
- have to: Must do
- got to: To arrive at some place
- talking about: To discuss a particular topic.
- bring down: To destroy (government, etc.) forcefully
- out there: In or to a place that is far away
- in fact: Used to emphasize the truth of a statement, especially one that contrasts with or contradicts something else.
- look at: To use your eyes to focus on something
- deal with
- at the same time: Simultaneously; at the identical moment.
- same time: Occurring simultaneously or at the same point in time.
- care for: To want or desire a thing
- out of work
- in the world: Used to emphasize a question expressing surprise, confusion, or disbelief.
- work in: To make an opening for something in your schedule
- in half: Divided into two equal parts.
- with regards to: Concerning; relating to; about.
- come back: To reply to someone, often forcefully
- on to: Toward something; forward
- of course: Sure ; Certainly
- as a matter of fact: In reality; actually; used to emphasize the truth of a statement, often when it differs from what someone might expect or believe.
- instead of: When one thing is replaced by another
- 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.
- go back to: To return to a starting point
- cut in: To interrupt someone's conversation
- over time: Gradually; as time passes.
- move to: To change the place where you live or work.
- work on: To devote effort to improve or develop something
- set up
- figure out: To understand the behavior of someone
- wind down: To become quiet or calm, after activity
- answer for: Be responsible for and explain one's actions.
- cut on: To switch on; to activate (a device or light).
- used to: Did regularly before, but don't do now
- move on: To decide to change or go to a different place
- go ahead: To start an activity; start doing, working etc.
- in favor of: Expressing support or approval for someone or something.
- evidence of: Facts, objects, or signs that make you believe that something is true.
- with it: Intelligent, alert, and up-to-date.
- in addition to: Besides; as well as
- make up: To invent or create a story
- on the table: Located on the surface of a table.
- think about: To consider something carefully.
- across the board: Broad in scope or content
- point out: To make others aware of an idea
- go out: To leave a building (e.g. a house)
- way to go: An expression of encouragement or approval.
- have at: To attack someone or something.
- at least: As a minimum
- in the meantime: During the time between two events; meanwhile.
- in the past: During a former period of time; previously.
- go on: To continue doing something
- to let: Indicates that a property is available for rent.
- as opposed to: In contrast to; rather than.
- work together: To collaborate or cooperate with others to achieve a common goal.
- for instance: As an example.
- school district: A specific geographic area or region responsible for the administration and operation of public schools.
- in terms of
- in a state: In a particular condition or situation.
- sit down: To take a seat
- down with: Suffering from an illness.
- around the world: In or to many countries.
- for the record: Said to ensure something is officially noted or remembered.
- in advance: Ahead of time; before something happens
- on earth: Used to emphasize a question expressing surprise or anger.
- on the brink of: Very near to experiencing something, usually something unpleasant.
- work to do: Tasks or activities that need to be accomplished.
- roll back
- double down: In gambling, to double one's bet, typically in exchange for taking one more card.
- be with: To accompany someone; to be in someone's presence.
- crack down: To act forcefully in order to reduce crime, etc.
- energy sources: Materials or processes that can produce energy.
- get through: To arrive at the end of or finish something
- clear up: To tidy things away, e.g. dirty dishes after meal
- do fine: To succeed or be successful
- of itself: Happening automatically without external cause or help.
- account for: To explain the cause or reason for something
- due to: Because of; owing to
- the bottom line: The most important thing; the essential point.
- come up with: To think of an idea or solution; produce
- to boot: In addition; as well; besides.
- by doing that: Using that action or method.
- think of: To look on as (being something specific); consider
- all the things: Everything; all items or aspects
- like anything: Used to emphasize strong intensity or effort.
- back to work: Returning to one's job or professional duties after a period of absence.
- take in: To allow to enter; receive as a guest
- cut back: To use less of something
- slip into: To quickly put on (a piece of clothing).
- on the floor: Located on the ground or bottom surface of a room.
- depending on: To rely on for support (financial or emotional)
- in one year: Within a period of twelve months.
- in business: Actively operating as a commercial enterprise.
- in the way: Obstructing someone or something; hindering progress.
- in trouble: Experiencing difficulties, problems, or legal issues.
- going on: To continue doing something
- on the part of: By or done by (someone); concerning someone.
- in particular: Specifically; especially.
- follow up on: To investigate or check on something.
- back into: To drive a vehicle backwards into a space or area.
- in the future: At a later time; in times to come.
- in fairness: Used to indicate honesty or justice in judgment.
- in need: Not having the necessary things, such as food
- in competition: Taking part in a contest or rivalry.
- on top of that: In addition to something already mentioned; furthermore.
- in a minute: Very soon; in a short amount of time.
- get back to: To get in contact with someone again
- opening up: Revealing one's thoughts and feelings; becoming more communicative.
- in some places: In certain locations or areas, but not all.
- other places: Different locations or areas
- out of date: Expired; too old to be used
- hand over: To give into the possession or control of another
- engage in: To participate or become involved in something.
- at risk: In danger; likely to be harmed
- roll it: To prepare a marijuana cigarette.
- come out with: To go out with someone on a date
- bring back: To cause to remember
- to do with: To be about something; concern
- in part: To some extent; partially.
- for myself: Done for one's own benefit or use.
- rather than: More exactly; more correctly
- kid on: To joke or tease someone or pretend something is not true.
- come together: To assemble or unite; to start working together.
- push through: To continue with a plan or activity despite difficulties or opposition.
- number of people: The total count of individuals within a group or gathering.
- plan out: To think about and decide on the details of something you want to do in the future.
- put out: To publish, e.g. a book
- for example: As an illustration or instance.
- at once: Immediately; without delay
- run around with: Spend time with certain people, often implying casual or informal company.
- on the basis of: Because of; using as a reason or justification.
- other than: Except for; apart from.
- at a time: Separately; one by one
- along with: In addition to; together with.
- in point: Relevant; pertinent
- on target: Achieving the desired results or goals; accurate.
- take over: To gain control of (a company) from someone else
- at some point: At an unspecified time, usually in the future.
- together with: In addition to; along with.
- at that time: During a specific point in the past.
- in the middle of: In the central part or point of something.
- in places: In some locations but not others
- as one: Acting or moving together at the same time.
- look for: To try to find a thing or person that is lost
- cut out: To leave out of something, e.g. a social event
- walk through: To show someone carefully how to do something
- out of time: Having no more time available to do something.
- talk about it: To discuss a particular subject.
- in other words: Stating something in a different way, often to make it clearer or more understandable.
- as a result of: Because of something; owing to.
- get along: To have a friendly relationship with someone; like
- as well as: Also; in addition to
- as long as: For the period that; provided that.
- lay off: To stop troubling or hitting someone
- build on: To develop or expand something; to use something as a foundation for further progress.
- on behalf of: As the representative of someone
- for now: Temporarily; for the present time.
- people: Persons sharing culture, country, background, etc.
- revenue: Money that is made by or paid to a business
- middle: Place that is halfway between two things
- president: Person in charge of a country, or organization
- government: Group of people and system that rule a nation
- economy: Using money, resources in a careful, effective way
- care: To feel interest, concern, or worry
- federal: Consisting of several united states
- cut: Act/instance of reducing the size or amount of
- plan: Drawing of how something should be done or made
- health: (Person, company) being in a good condition; well
- class: To place things into groups by common qualities
- percent: One one-hundredth of a whole; the symbol %
- insurance: Protection against loss/injury/death you pay for
- deficit: Amount less than what is needed or required
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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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