Vocabulary
- based on: To use something as the foundation or starting point for something else.
- plug in
- in fact: Used to emphasize the truth of a statement, especially one that contrasts with or contradicts something else.
- at some point: At an unspecified time, usually in the future.
- go towards: To move in the direction of someone or something.
- take out: To apply for and get a license
- in retrospect: Thinking back on what happened
- in the first place: To begin with; as the first point or consideration.
- have to: Must do
- run by: To be managed or controlled by someone or a group.
- opening up: Revealing one's thoughts and feelings; becoming more communicative.
- answer to: To be responsible to someone and have to explain your actions to them.
- in other words: Stating something in a different way, often to make it clearer or more understandable.
- on the other hand : Considering a different aspect of the matter; alternatively.
- of course: Sure ; Certainly
- above all: Most importantly; more than anything else.
- look at: To use your eyes to focus on something
- think about: To consider something carefully.
- no matter: Regardless of; it does not matter.
- used to: Did regularly before, but don't do now
- in the way: Obstructing someone or something; hindering progress.
- over time: Gradually; as time passes.
- with practice: Through repeated exercise or performance, leading to improvement or skill.
- for life: For the duration of one's life; permanently.
- show in: To lead someone into a room or building.
- figure out: To understand the behavior of someone
- at a time: Separately; one by one
- literally: In a literal manner or sense; exactly as stated.
- embrace: Act of holding someone closely
- realize: To become aware of or understand mentally
- dread: To await with great fear
- surge: Sudden movement in one direction by many
- reality: What is true, as opposed to what is imagined
- exist: To be present, alive or real
- freak: (Of weather, etc.) unusual; unpredictable; amazing
- fuel: To give power to (a mob, anger, etc.); incite
- existence: State of being present, alive or real
- navigate: To direct (car, plane etc.) in the right direction
- definition: Explanation of word's meaning, as in dictionaries
- awareness: Having knowledge of something
- function: Social event, or party such as a wedding
- essence: Most important part or quality of something
- mean: Average of a set of numbers
- state: Region within a country, with its own government
- stumble: Failing to do something well, e.g. giving a speech
- worth: the financial, practical or moral value of somebody/something
- define: To explain the meaning of words
- genetic: Of, relating to, or controlled by genes
- stem: Long thin central part of a plant, bearing leaves
- therapist: Person skilled in a particular type of therapy
- scientific: Concerning academic study of the physical world
- identity: Collection of qualities that makes a person
- create: To make, cause, or bring into existence
- infinite: Being very large in amount
- connection: Something that joins things together; being joined
- authenticity: Quality of being genuine, not a fake or copy
- shame: Feeling of guilt because you did something wrong
- fit: Good looking; physically attractive
- race: Speed contest between people, animals or vehicles
- role: Character played by an actor
- root: Emotional connection with a place, history etc.
- social: Involving activity with people, e.g. in free time
- plug: Wood, rubber or metal used to block a hole
- destruction: Act of destroying; damaging beyond repair
- biological: Being related to life and living things
- pain: Strong feeling of hurt or discomfort
- act: To behave in a certain way
- fact: Something that is known or proved to be true
- fully: Completely or entirely
- insanely: In an insane manner
- hatch: To be born or come out from an egg
- suspend: To hang something or someone from something
- ignorance: Lack of information or knowledge about something
- projection: A prediction; guess about future developments
- noticeable: Being easy or likely to be sensed or noticed
- think: To have an idea about something without certainty
- world: All the humans, events, activities on the earth
- real: Actually existing or happening, not imagined
- hood: Front part of the car that covers the engine
- life: All the living things e.g. animals, plants, humans
- anthropology: Study of human origins, development and society
- dysfunctional: Acting in an abnormal way or not as required
- feel: To be aware of or experience an emotion, sensation
- anomaly: Something different from what is expected
- disconnect: To separate something from something else
- credible: Believable; that can be believed or trusted
- retrospect: A survey or review of a past course of events or period of time.
- illegitimate: Contrary to or forbidden by law
- newborn: Having just/recently arisen or come into existence
- fledge: (Of a young bird) to become capable of flight
- mitochondrial: Referring to mitochondria
- stairway: Way of access consisting of a set of steps
- psychopathic: Concerning antisocial personality disorders
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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】Thandie Newton: Embracing otherness, embracing myself (Thandie Newton: Embracing otherness, embracing myself)
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易雷 posted on 2015/09/07Ever wondered how embracing what makes you different can lead to a deeper sense of self? Thandie Newton shares a powerful personal essay on identity, race, and finding oneness, offering a chance to pick up advanced vocabulary and gain cultural insights. You'll love this introspective talk that uses dance and performance as metaphors for self-discovery!
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