answer to
US
UK
- Phrasal Verb
- To be responsible to someone and have to explain your actions to them.
- To correspond to or match a description or requirement.
A1Moreapiece
US /əˈpis/
UK /əˈpi:s/
- Adverb
- Each, individually
C1Moreat the same time
US
UK
- Phrase
- Simultaneously; at the identical moment.
- Nevertheless; however; used to introduce a contrasting or qualifying statement.
A1Moreblindfold
US /ˈblaɪndˌfold/
UK /'blaɪndfəʊld/
- Transitive Verb
- To tie a cloth over your eyes so you can't see
- To prevent someone from seeing or understanding something clearly.
- Countable Noun
- A cloth tied over your eyes so you can't see
C1Moreburger
US /ˈbɜ:rgə(r)/
UK /ˈbɜ:gə(r)/
- Countable Noun
- Bread roll with patty of minced beef inside
A2Morecheek
US /tʃik/
UK /tʃi:k/
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- The soft part of your face that is below your eye and between your mouth and ear
- Rude and disrespectful behavior; impudence.
- Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
- to be rude to someone
A2Morecheeseburger
US /ˈtʃi:zbɜ:rgə(r)/
UK /ˈtʃi:zbɜ:gə(r)/
- Countable Noun
- Hamburger with melted cheese on it
C2Morechew
US /tʃu:/
UK /tʃu:/
- Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
- To bite something many times without swallowing it
- Noun
- Act of biting something many times
B1Morecombine
US /kəmˈbaɪn/
UK /kəmˈbaɪn/
- Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
- To mix several things together to form one thing
- To harvest by means of a combine.
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- A harvesting machine for cutting, threshing, and cleaning grain.
- A mixture of different things.
A2Moreconfident
US /ˈkɑnfɪdənt/
UK /ˈkɒnfɪdənt/
- Adjective
- Feeling that you can do well at something
- Having a strong belief in the truth or certainty of something.
- Noun
- A person who is self-assured and believes in their abilities.
A2Morecrazy
US /ˈkrezi/
UK /'kreɪzɪ/
- Adjective
- Mentally ill; mad
- Not being sensible or practical
- Noun
- Person acting in a manner that is strange and odd
A2Morecrew
US /kru/
UK /kru:/
- Countable Noun
- Organized group of workers (e.g. on a ship)
- Skilled group of people working together on a task
- Intransitive Verb
- To work as part of a crew.
A2TOEICMorecrown
US /kraʊn/
UK /kraʊn/
- Transitive Verb
- To put a crown on to make someone a king/queen
- To officially give someone the winners title
- Noun
- A gold ring put on a King or Queen’s head
- An artificial cap on a tooth
B1Morecucumber
US /ˈkjuˌkʌmbɚ/
UK /ˈkju:kʌmbə(r)/
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- Long green vegetable that is eaten raw in salads
- A long, green-skinned fruit with watery flesh, typically eaten raw in salads or pickled.
- Adjective
- Having the flavor or scent of cucumber.
B2Moredepending on
US
UK
- Phrasal Verb
- To rely on for support (financial or emotional)
- Influenced or determined by.
- Preposition
- Subject to; contingent on
- Relying on someone or something for support or assistance.
A2Moredevise
US /dɪˈvaɪz/
UK /dɪ'vaɪz/
- Transitive Verb
- To think of and plan something
- To leave real estate to someone in a will.
- Noun
- A clause in a will that leaves real estate to someone.
- An emblematic design or motto, especially one used for a heraldic badge or seal.
B1TOEICMorediscover
US /dɪˈskʌvɚ/
UK /dɪˈskʌvə(r)/
- Transitive Verb
- To find something new that was not known before
- To learn or find out (something previously unknown or secret).
A2TOEICMoredude
US /dud, djud/
UK /du:d/
- Noun
- Form of address for a man
- (informal) A man; a fellow.
- Interjection
- (informal) Used as a term of address, often between men.
B2Morefeel like
US
UK
- Intransitive Verb
- To have a desire or inclination for something.
- To have a particular quality or sensation; resemble.
A1Moregen
US /dʒen/
UK /dʒen/
- Uncountable Noun
- (UK old-fashioned, informal) Information about a particular subject
B2Moregiveaway
US /ˈɡɪvəˌwe/
UK /ˈgɪvəweɪ/
- Noun
- Gift of public resources to benefit a small group
C2Moregladly
US /ˈɡlædlɪ/
UK /ˈglædli/
- Adverb
- In a willing manner
A2Morehave to
US /hæv tu/
UK /ˈhæv tə/
- Auxiliary Verb
- Must do
A1Morehedge
US /hɛdʒ/
UK /hedʒ/
- Intransitive Verb
- To select words to avoid saying something directly
- Countable Noun
- A fence made with small trees or bushes
B1Morehold on
US /hold ɑn/
UK /həuld ɔn/
- Phrasal Verb
- To wait for someone (e.g. on a phone call)
- To wait for a short time.
A1Morein fairness
US /ɪn ˈfɛrnəs/
UK /in ˈfeənəs/
- other
- Used to indicate honesty or justice in judgment.
B2Morein order to
US /ɪn ˈɔrdɚ tu/
UK /in ˈɔ:də tu:/
- Preposition
- For the purpose of; with the aim of.
- Phrase
- In a specific sequence or arrangement.
- With the aim of; for the purpose of.
C1Morein the dark
US /ɪn ði dɑrk/
UK /in ðə dɑ:k/
- Adjective
- Uninformed about something; unaware.
- Phrase
- In a state of secrecy or ignorance.
- In a place with little or no light.
A1Morein the house
US
UK
- Phrase
- Located inside a building used as a dwelling.
- Within a legislative body, such as a parliament or congress.
A1Moreinside of
US /ɪnˈsaɪd ʌv/
UK /inˈsaid ɔv/
- Preposition
- Within; in the inner part of.
- Within a certain period of time.
A1Morekick in
US /kɪk ɪn/
UK /kik in/
- Phrasal Verb
- (Of a medicine, plan, etc.) to start to have an effect; become operative
- To contribute money to a common fund or purpose.
A1Morelicense
US /ˈlaɪsəns/
UK /ˈlaɪsns/
- Transitive Verb
- To give official permission to do something
- Uncountable Noun
- Freedom to do what you want or act as you want
B1TOEICMorelocal
US /ˈloʊkl/
UK /ˈləʊkl/
- Noun
- Bus or train, that stops at most stations
- People who live in the area being discussed
- Adjective
- Relating to a particular area, city, or town
A2TOEICMorelook at
US /lʊk æt/
UK /luk æt/
- Phrasal Verb
- To use your eyes to focus on something
- To focus your eyes on something carefully
A1Moremustard
US /ˈmʌstərd/
UK /ˈmʌstəd/
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- Spicy yellow or brown condiment used to add flavor
B2Moreneck of the woods
US /nɛk ʌv ðə wʊdz/
UK /nek əv ðə wʊdz/
- other
- Refers to a particular area or region where someone lives.
B2Morenext to
US /nɛkst tu/
UK /nekst tu:/
- Preposition
- Being located along side another
- In comparison with
- Adverb
- Almost; nearly
A1Moreobey
US /oˈbe/
UK /əˈbeɪ/
- Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
- To do what someone or something commands you to do
A2Moreoff of
US /ɔf ʌv/
UK /ɔf ɔv/
- Preposition
- From a position on something; down from.
A1Moreon to
US /ɑn tu/
UK /ɔn tu:/
- Preposition
- Toward something; forward
- Aware of someone's activities.
- Adjective
- Aware of someone's deception or illegal activities.
A1Moreoutside of
US /aʊtˈsaɪd ʌv/
UK /ˌautˈsaid ɔv/
- Preposition
- Located or situated beyond the boundaries or confines of something.
- Beyond the scope, range, or limits of something.
A1Morephotography
US /fəˈtɑ:grəfi/
UK /fəˈtɒgrəfi/
- Uncountable Noun
- Art of taking pictures with a camera
- The business or industry related to taking and selling photographs.
B1Morepickle
US /ˈpɪkəl/
UK /ˈpɪkl/
- Countable Noun
- A cucumber preserved in brine or vinegar
B2Moresame time
US
UK
- Phrase
- Occurring simultaneously or at the same point in time.
- At the identical time as before; recurring at a fixed hour.
- Noun
- An equal duration or period.
A1Morescore
US /skɔr, skor/
UK /skɔ:(r)/
- Noun
- A sharp mark or cut in the surface of something
- Current number of points given in a game, contest
- Transitive Verb
- To mark or cut something with a sharp object
- To get or give points in a game, contest, or test
A2TOEICMorespin the wheel
US
UK
- Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
- To rotate a wheel in a game of chance to determine a random outcome.
A2Morestepmother
US /ˈstɛpˌmʌðɚ/
UK /ˈstepmʌðə(r)/
- Noun
- Father's wife after death/divorce of your mother
C2Moresuck
US /sʌk/
UK /sʌk/
- Intransitive Verb
- To be very bad, undesirable or unpleasant
- Transitive Verb
- To pull or remove something with great power
- To attract someone; make someone interested
B1Moretalking about
US
UK
- Phrasal Verb
- To discuss a particular topic.
- To be constantly mentioning or bringing up a subject.
A1Moretaste
US /test/
UK /teɪst/
- Uncountable Noun
- (Good) sense of style in clothes, art, or manners
- Flavor in your mouth from food or drink
- Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
- To experience something
- To experience the flavor of food, drink
A2TOEICMoretasting
US
UK
- Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
- To experience something
- To experience the flavor of food, drink
- Uncountable Noun
- Act of sensing the flavor of something
A2Moreto taste
US /tu teɪst/
UK /tu teɪst/
- other
- Add an ingredient according to your preference.
A2Moreup for grabs
US
UK
- Adjective
- Available to anyone who wants them.
- Phrase
- Available to be won or obtained.
A1Morevideo
US /ˈvɪdiˌo/
UK /'vɪdɪəʊ/
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- Recording capturing action with sound
- A recording of moving visual images made digitally or on videotape.
- Transitive Verb
- To make a moving film of, with sound
- To make a video call.
A2More
Vocabulary
- have to: Must do
- in the house: Located inside a building used as a dwelling.
- look at: To use your eyes to focus on something
- at the same time: Simultaneously; at the identical moment.
- same time: Occurring simultaneously or at the same point in time.
- talking about: To discuss a particular topic.
- neck of the woods: Refers to a particular area or region where someone lives.
- depending on: To rely on for support (financial or emotional)
- to taste: Add an ingredient according to your preference.
- up for grabs: Available to anyone who wants them.
- feel like: To have a desire or inclination for something.
- answer to: To be responsible to someone and have to explain your actions to them.
- in fairness: Used to indicate honesty or justice in judgment.
- off of: From a position on something; down from.
- next to: Being located along side another
- on to: Toward something; forward
- inside of: Within; in the inner part of.
- outside of: Located or situated beyond the boundaries or confines of something.
- in the dark: Uninformed about something; unaware.
- hold on: To wait for someone (e.g. on a phone call)
- in order to: For the purpose of; with the aim of.
- kick in: (Of a medicine, plan, etc.) to start to have an effect; become operative
- spin the wheel: To rotate a wheel in a game of chance to determine a random outcome.
- bread: Money or earnings
- mouth: Hole in the face used for eating and talking
- music: Sounds that are sung or played to give pleasure
- go: To attend or be at a place
- to: Toward a point, person, place or thing
- answer: To reply to a question someone asks
- lot: What happens to a person in life from chance; fate
- house: Place where a specific activity or business occurs
- think: To have an idea about something without certainty
- eat: To put food in your mouth
- man: Humans in general, including male and female
- wrong: Action that is harmful, unjust or illegal
- restaurant: Place where you can order, buy and eat a meal
- good: Proper, appropriate or right
- fast: In a way that is difficult to move or change
- burger: Bread roll with patty of minced beef inside
- special: Being additional or extra
- happen: To take place or occur
- guess: To give an answer without knowing if it is correct
- final: Last game in a series in a competition
- heavy: Greater in amount, degree, or severity than usual
- win: Success in beating the other team or competitors
- video: Recording capturing action with sound
- license: To give official permission to do something
- click: To work well with someone or something
- bit: Device put in a horse's mouth to control it
- crazy: Mentally ill; mad
- photography: Art of taking pictures with a camera
- gladly: In a willing manner
- crew: Organized group of workers (e.g. on a ship)
- tasting: To experience something
- score: A sharp mark or cut in the surface of something
- confident: Feeling that you can do well at something
- discover: To find something new that was not known before
- local: Bus or train, that stops at most stations
- cucumber: Long green vegetable that is eaten raw in salads
- taste: (Good) sense of style in clothes, art, or manners
- chew: To bite something many times without swallowing it
- cheek: The soft part of your face that is below your eye and between your mouth and ear
- obey: To do what someone or something commands you to do
- hedge: To select words to avoid saying something directly
- combine: To mix several things together to form one thing
- stepmother: Father's wife after death/divorce of your mother
- suck: To be very bad, undesirable or unpleasant
- devise: To think of and plan something
- crown: To put a crown on to make someone a king/queen
- blindfold: To tie a cloth over your eyes so you can't see
- pickle: A cucumber preserved in brine or vinegar
- cheeseburger: Hamburger with melted cheese on it
- mustard: Spicy yellow or brown condiment used to add flavor
- da: (chiefly British, informal) father
- dude: Form of address for a man
- gen: (UK old-fashioned, informal) Information about a particular subject
- patty: Small pie or pasty
- apiece: Each, individually
- giveaway: Gift of public resources to benefit a small group
- cetera
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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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