based on
US
UK
- Phrasal Verb
- To use something as the foundation or starting point for something else.
- Preposition
- Using something as the main idea or foundation.
- Relying on something as evidence or justification.
A1Moreblind
US /blaɪnd/
UK /blaɪnd/
- Adjective
- Unable to see; with eyes that cannot see
- Lacking in judgment or awareness
- Transitive Verb
- To cause someone to lose the ability to see
- To be unable to see the truth about a situation
A2Morecancer
US /ˈkænsɚ/
UK /'kænsə(r)/
- Noun
- Any growth caused by abnormal cell division
B1Morecuddle up
US
UK
- Phrasal Verb
- To curl up or snuggle close to someone or something for warmth, comfort, or affection.
A1Morefault
US /fɔlt/
UK /fɔ:lt/
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- A failure or negative aspect of
- Crack in the earth where earthquakes can happen
- Transitive Verb
- To blame someone, something for a negative result
A2Moreget out of
US /ɡɛt aʊt ʌv/
UK /ɡet aut ɔv/
- Phrasal Verb
- To leave or escape responsibilities, troubles
- To leave a small, enclosed vehicle
A1Moregoing blind
US
UK
- Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
- In the process of losing one's sight; becoming unable to see.
imperial
US /ɪmˈpɪriəl/
UK /ɪmˈpɪəriəl/
- Adjective
- Of an empire or an emperor
- Of superior or unusual size or excellence.
- Noun
- A size of printing paper; a strong pointed beard.
B1Morein the middle of
US
UK
- Phrase
- In the central part or point of something.
- Engaged or occupied with something.
A2Morein the midst of
US
UK
- Phrase
- Surrounded by; in the middle of.
- During; while something is happening.
A1Moreinstead of
US /ɪnˈstɛd ʌv/
UK /inˈsted ɔv/
- Preposition
- When one thing is replaced by another
- Adverb
- As a substitute or alternative.
A1Morenumbered days
US
UK
- Phrase
- A period of time that is known to be limited or coming to an end.
- The remaining period of someone's life, especially when it is known to be short.
A1Moreon the book
US /ɑn ðə bʊk/
UK /ɒn ðə bʊk/
- other
- Recorded in an official list or register.
B2Morepot
US /pɑt/
UK /pɒt/
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- Container designed to hold or store something
- Deep, round container that is used for cooking
- Transitive Verb
- To plant something in a container filled with soil
- To hit a ball into a table pocket in snooker
A2Moreride along
US
UK
- Phrasal Verb
- To accompany someone in a vehicle.
sex
US /sɛks/
UK /seks/
- Noun
- State of being male or female
- Physical activity by which we produce babies
A2Morestruggle
US /ˈstrʌɡəl/
UK /'strʌɡl/
- Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
- To try very hard to do something difficult
- To fight or struggle violently
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- Strong efforts made to do something difficult
- A difficult or challenging situation or task
A2Morewell spoken
US
UK
- Adjective
- Speaking in a clear and effective way.
A1Morewith it
US /wɪð ɪt/
UK /wið it/
- Adjective
- Intelligent, alert, and up-to-date.
- Understanding and knowledgeable about current trends or information.
A1More
Vocabulary
- on the book: Recorded in an official list or register.
- based on: To use something as the foundation or starting point for something else.
- ride along: To accompany someone in a vehicle.
- instead of: When one thing is replaced by another
- in the middle of: In the central part or point of something.
- well spoken: Speaking in a clear and effective way.
- in the midst of: Surrounded by; in the middle of.
- get out of: To leave or escape responsibilities, troubles
- cuddle up: To curl up or snuggle close to someone or something for warmth, comfort, or affection.
- going blind: In the process of losing one's sight; becoming unable to see.
- numbered days: A period of time that is known to be limited or coming to an end.
- with it: Intelligent, alert, and up-to-date.
- struggle: To try very hard to do something difficult
- effect: An advantage, benefit
- side: To decide to agree with one point, not the other
- friend: Person who you like and enjoy being with
- blind: Unable to see; with eyes that cannot see
- close: Almost; near
- dream: A wish or hope for something to happen
- fault: A failure or negative aspect of
- die: Cube with dots numbering 1-6 on it used in games
- pot: Container designed to hold or store something
- book: (Police) to officially record someone's crimes
- star: To perform or play a main role in a movie, play
- cancer: Any growth caused by abnormal cell division
- imperial: Of an empire or an emperor
- sex: State of being male or female
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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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