Vocabulary
- instead of: When one thing is replaced by another
- anything other than: Except for; not including
- other than: Except for; apart from.
- on the table: Located on the surface of a table.
- set down
- point at: To aim (gun, etc.) at someone or something
- people: Persons sharing culture, country, background, etc.
- associate: Partner in professional work, e.g. in law
- serve: To act in a particular position or office
- avoid: To prevent from happening
- step: Movement done as part of a particular dance
- polite: Showing good manners or respect for other people
- indicate: To show something; direct attention to; point out
- grasp: Person's control over something
- plate: Flat dish used for eating or serving food
- food: What people and animals eat to live
- etiquette: Rules regarding manners or good behavior
- prefer: To like something better than something else
- communal: Shared or used in common by members of a group
- eat: To put food in your mouth
- refrain: To decide to not do something you want to do
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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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How to Follow Chopstick Etiquette
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Wanda Wang posted on 2015/05/26Ever worried about making a faux pas with chopsticks? This video is your ultimate guide to mastering chopstick etiquette, from avoiding common mistakes to understanding serving rules and using a chopstick rest like a pro! You'll pick up practical table manners and gain cultural depth, making you a more confident diner at any meal.
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