Vocabulary
- in fact: Used to emphasize the truth of a statement, especially one that contrasts with or contradicts something else.
- in the world: Used to emphasize a question expressing surprise, confusion, or disbelief.
- around the world: In or to many countries.
- based on: To use something as the foundation or starting point for something else.
- set off: To start a journey
- as long as: For the period that; provided that.
- take off: To remove, e.g. your clothes
- over to: Used to hand over to someone else to speak
- through the roof: Rising to a very high level; skyrocketing.
- in blood: Covered or stained with blood, literally or figuratively.
- in the middle of: In the central part or point of something.
- know about: To have information or understanding of a subject or situation.
- on earth: Used to emphasize a question expressing surprise or anger.
- talking about: To discuss a particular topic.
- in mind: Being aware of or considering something.
- in total: Completely; with everything added together.
- look up to: To respect or admire someone
- used to: Did regularly before, but don't do now
- to the gods: Completely destroyed or ruined.
- move to: To change the place where you live or work.
- happy ending: A conclusion to a story, play, movie, etc., in which everything turns out well for the protagonists.
- taken over: To gain control of (a company) from someone else
- in public: In a place where anyone can see or hear you.
- thanks to: Because of; as a result of.
- end up here: To arrive somewhere unexpectedly or without intending to.
- look at: To use your eyes to focus on something
- fishing for: Currently trying to get attention or praise from other people.
- in the past: During a former period of time; previously.
- out of focus: Not clear or sharp in appearance; blurry.
- in a hurry: Acting or moving with great haste; rushed.
- mess with: To interfere with or tamper with something.
- of course: Sure ; Certainly
- set up
- at bay: Kept at a distance; held back.
- in conclusion: Used to indicate a summary or final point.
- for the better: Resulting in improvement; to a more favorable condition.
- rather than: More exactly; more correctly
- live on: To continue to exist or be remembered.
- in isolation: Separately from other people or things; alone.
- people: Persons sharing culture, country, background, etc.
- applause: The sound made by clapping a performance or speech
- world: All the humans, events, activities on the earth
- live: To be alive
- treasure: Valuable things collected, and often hidden
- picture: General situation or state of being
- border: To be right next to another country or state
- cure: Something that solves a problem or makes it better
- drug: Illegal substance taken for effect on the mind
- treatment: Medicine or method to make someone healthier
- indigenous: Being naturally from an area, not somewhere else
- rubber: Material used to make tires, etc.
- forest: Large area with many trees
- isolate: To identify, consider, or deal with separately
- medicine: Something used in treating illness or pain
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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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【TED】Mark Plotkin: What the people of the Amazon know that you don’t
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CUChou posted on 2015/04/06Ever wondered what ancient wisdom about healing plants is hidden in the Amazon? This fascinating talk dives into ethnobotany, exploring how indigenous communities use medicinal frogs and plants, and why their knowledge is crucial for conservation. You'll pick up some advanced vocabulary and gain a deeper cultural understanding of this incredible rainforest!
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