Vocabulary
- look at: To use your eyes to focus on something
- used to: Did regularly before, but don't do now
- between jobs: Temporarily unemployed but seeking work.
- for example: As an illustration or instance.
- physically challenged: A euphemism for having a physical disability.
- bun in the oven: To be pregnant.
- for some reason: For a reason that is not known or not easily explained.
- on the internet: Located or available on the internet.
- care of: Used in an address to indicate the person who will receive the mail for someone else.
- on the street: Located on or along a public road in a town or city.
- turn to: To go to someone for help, advice, or information.
- have a bun in the oven: To be pregnant.
- bit: Device put in a horse's mouth to control it
- expression: Act of making your thoughts and feelings known
- people: Persons sharing culture, country, background, etc.
- brand: A mark burned on an animal to show who owns it
- challenge: An activity you wish to try that may be hard to do
- English: Language of the UK, USA, Nigeria and elsewhere
- word: Unit of language that has a meaning
- understand: To know the meaning of language, what someone says
- polite: Showing good manners or respect for other people
- pregnant: Carrying your unborn baby inside you
- steal: A bargain; something bought very cheaply
- lay: Amateur; not being a trained priest
- big: Popular
- fat: Amount beyond what is usual or necessary
- soft: Having flowing curves rather than sharp edges
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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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Learn POLITE expressions in English – Don't be RUDE!
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Sam posted on 2015/05/01Ever accidentally sounded rude when you didn't mean to? This video is your secret weapon for mastering polite English expressions and avoiding awkward moments, packed with practical phrases you can use right away! You'll pick up essential euphemisms and conversational tips that add cultural depth to your language skills.
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