Vocabulary
- have to: Must do
- work out
- slim down: To become thinner, usually by dieting or exercising.
- in shape: In good physical condition; fit.
- for example: As an illustration or instance.
- of course: Sure ; Certainly
- on the floor: Located on the ground or bottom surface of a room.
- speak to: To address or communicate with someone.
- cut in: To interrupt someone's conversation
- think of: To look on as (being something specific); consider
- show up: To arrive or be seen at a place, e.g. a party
- in mind: Being aware of or considering something.
- walk around: To stroll or wander in a leisurely way.
- after dinner: Following the meal of dinner.
- on the other hand : Considering a different aspect of the matter; alternatively.
- at the same time: Simultaneously; at the identical moment.
- same time: Occurring simultaneously or at the same point in time.
- lie down: To put your body in a flat position, as to sleep
- sit on it: To delay making a decision or taking action.
- come back: To reply to someone, often forcefully
- up: To act suddenly and unexpectedly
- basically: Used before you explain something simply, clearly
- exercise: To work out to become stronger and healthier
- pull: Act of breathing in smoke, as from a pipe
- spare: To make (money or time) available for
- burn: To destroy with fire
- tone: Atmosphere or feeling in a message
- muscle: Physical power
- walk: To move with your legs at a slowish pace
- stop: To block or close something
- skinny: Too thin; very lean
- push: To move into enemy country with a military attack
- fat: Amount beyond what is usual or necessary
- floor: Large area used for a particular purpose
- eat: To put food in your mouth
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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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Chao Joanne posted on 2015/07/15Ready to hit the gym with confidence? This video is packed with essential English vocabulary for all your workouts, from cardio machines to weightlifting terms, and even some fun fitness slang! You'll pick up practical phrases that make daily gym life and conversations with trainers a breeze.
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