Vocabulary
- in fact: Used to emphasize the truth of a statement, especially one that contrasts with or contradicts something else.
- back into: To drive a vehicle backwards into a space or area.
- in the world: Used to emphasize a question expressing surprise, confusion, or disbelief.
- in the middle of: In the central part or point of something.
- based on: To use something as the foundation or starting point for something else.
- with it: Intelligent, alert, and up-to-date.
- of old: From a long time ago; in the past.
- in with: Fashionable or popular at the moment.
- of course: Sure ; Certainly
- next to: Being located along side another
- lead to: To result in some action
- on horseback: Riding a horse or sitting astride a horse.
- have to: Must do
- laid back
- through with: Having had enough (of trouble); wanting to stop
- start in: To begin a job or activity.
- over to: Used to hand over to someone else to speak
- check out
- break into: To start suddenly (crying, panicking, etc.)
- around the world: In or to many countries.
- around the corner: Very near; close by.
- stop in: To visit a place briefly, usually on the way to somewhere else.
- last hurrah: A final effort or attempt before stopping.
- on earth: Used to emphasize a question expressing surprise or anger.
- symbol of: Something that represents or stands for something else, especially an object representing an abstract idea.
- in style: Fashionable; popular
- promising future: A future that appears likely to be successful or bring positive outcomes.
- across from: Being on the other side
- zip up: To fasten something with a zipper.
- give and take
- along with: In addition to; together with.
- coming over: To change sides in a discussion
- think of: To look on as (being something specific); consider
- strip of: A long, narrow piece of something.
- pass through: To experience something, often unpleasant or difficult.
- come for: To arrive to collect someone or something.
- fit in: To mix with others so you get on well with them
- fry up: To cook food quickly in a pan using hot fat or oil.
- bring to: To make someone to wake up from being unconscious
- dish out: To give or say things to people without thinking about them carefully
- drive back: To force someone or something to retreat or move backward.
- step into: To enter a place or situation.
- well preserved: Maintained in excellent condition; not allowed to decline in quality or appearance.
- set up
- at night: During the night; in the nighttime.
- ever since: Continuously from a past time until now.
- in hand: In one's possession or control.
- go hand in hand: Two things closely related or connected, usually occurring together.
- sit down: To take a seat
- play hard to get: Behave in a way that makes you seem less interested to attract someone.
- run with: To take and work with an idea, plan as your own
- near and dear: Very important and loved; cherished.
- land on: To come down to the ground or another surface after flying or falling.
- wait for: To wait until someone comes, or something happens
- from the top: From the beginning.
- stay in: To remain inside one's home.
- as long as: For the period that; provided that.
- experience in: Knowledge or skill gained from doing something for a period of time.
- larger than life: Very exciting, impressive, or with personality beyond normal limits.
- set by: To separate and save for another use or time
- wear in: To make (a new item of clothing, especially shoes) more comfortable by wearing it for a period of time.
- wear on
- look at: To use your eyes to focus on something
- for example: As an illustration or instance.
- go away: To go on vacation
- regardless of
- move down: To physically shift to a lower position or location.
- made with: Containing a particular ingredient or material.
- few steps: A small number of steps; a short distance.
- complete with: Having something as an extra part or feature.
- in the streets: Located or happening outdoors in public roads or areas.
- at the same time: Simultaneously; at the identical moment.
- same time: Occurring simultaneously or at the same point in time.
- go on: To continue doing something
- in touch: Having contact or communication with someone.
- city: Area with many buildings, roads and people
- town: Small city
- today: This day; day that is happening now
- age: To keep food, wine for a long time to improve it
- world: All the humans, events, activities on the earth
- summer: Part of the year when the weather is hot
- enjoy: To take pleasure in something
- invite: To ask someone to go somewhere or do something
- great: Very good; better than before
- long: Person's name
- famous: Excellent
- wear: To have clothes, glasses, shoes etc. on your body
- live: To be alive
- people: Persons sharing culture, country, background, etc.
- late: At a time after the expected time
- mosque: Muslim temple or place of worship
- century: Period of 100 years
- build: Your physical shape; physique
- church: Building where Christians gather and pray to God
- cathedral: Large impressive main church in a particular area
- rock: To be greatly upset by something, e.g. a death
- fair: Neither very good nor very bad; average
- modern: Of the present time; up to date; contemporary
- king: Person considered the best or top at something
- prayer: Words spoken to your god for help
- main: Most important; most often used
- capital: Writing the first letter of a word in big letters
- tour: To travel to several places to perform a show
- history: Established pattern or record
- castle: Large defensive building in historical times
- palace: Official home of a ruler, such as a king or queen
- culture: Beliefs and customs of a particular group
- tower: Tall, narrow building
- rule: Something that is normal and usually happens
- narrow: Not wide; short from one side to the other
- traditional: Involved in a custom or event common to a people
- charm: Quality of making people like you; attractiveness
- bell: Metal object shaped like a cup that rings when hit
- local: Bus or train, that stops at most stations
- delight: Strong feeling of great pleasure
- explore: To examine something in detail to learn about it
- attend: To take care of someone in need
- proud: Very good; worthy of making one pleased
- coast: Land near the sea or ocean
- dramatic: Gripping the attention; causing an effect
- community: Group of people who share a common idea or area
- religious: Following the rules and beliefs of a faith
- royal: Excellent or grand; suitable for a king or queen
- delicate: Easily broken or damaged
- passion: Powerful, positive excitement and interest
- wander: To move through a place with no particular purpose
- survive: To continue to live despite illness or trouble
- classic: Having a simple, basic design or style
- strategic: Concerned with strategy; well thought out
- medieval: Old or out of date and not of much use
- graceful: Showing beautiful movement, behavior or form
- grand: A counter for 1000 of something
- glorious: (Of a hero, achievements) deserving praise and awe
- conquer: To take possession of (land, city) with an army
- triumph: Joy from victory or success
- intimate: (E.g. of detail) fine, detailed or complete
- weep: To cry or shed tears often due to sadness
- exquisite: Being very sensitive or detailed, e.g. of taste
- flamenco: Spanish dance with vigorous stamping and clapping
- del: To remove or erase something, especially digital data.
- altar: Area in a church where the priests preaches from
- courtyard: Area open to the sky, but closed in by buildings
- de: Of; expressing origin, possession, or separation
- fortify: To protect against military attack, as with walls
- center: Community place people go health or social reasons
- la: The syllable naming the sixth (submediant) note of a major or minor scale in solmization
- gateway: Entrance that can be closed by a gate
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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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