Vocabulary
- have to: Must do
- look at: To use your eyes to focus on something
- used to: Did regularly before, but don't do now
- in fact: Used to emphasize the truth of a statement, especially one that contrasts with or contradicts something else.
- switch off
- switch on: To put something electrical on or off
- in the future: At a later time; in times to come.
- at the same time: Simultaneously; at the identical moment.
- same time: Occurring simultaneously or at the same point in time.
- look into: To investigate or try to discover the reasons for
- in particular: Specifically; especially.
- cope with: To deal successfully with a difficult situation.
- on the other hand : Considering a different aspect of the matter; alternatively.
- due to: Because of; owing to
- in parallel: Done at the same time; simultaneously.
- in public: In a place where anyone can see or hear you.
- light on: To illuminate something.
- for free: Without charge; at no cost.
- look around: To explore a place; search for something.
- on the other side of: Located across something from a given point.
- at the moment: At this time; now
- around the world: In or to many countries.
- lead: Wire for electricity, computer, etc.; cable
- subtle: Delicate or slight so it is difficult to perceive
- switch: A change or shift from one method to another
- spectrum: The wavelengths of colors from red to violet
- light: To cause something to burn; put a burning match to
- energy: Physical or mental strength
- stream: To send a constant flow of data over the internet
- technology: Use or knowledge of science in industry etc.
- remote: Being far away from people, towns, etc.
- base: Place military personnel live, train, and operate
- high: Excited or relaxed from taking drugs
- visible: Can see, easily seen or understood
- efficiency: Working well; producing something without waste
- deploy: To put into position (often a military operation)
- transmit: To broadcast by using signals to a radio/TV
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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】Harald Haas: Wireless data from every light bulb (Wireless data from every light bulb | Harald Haas)
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Max Lin posted on 2015/12/18Ever wondered if your light bulbs could do more than just shine? This fascinating TED talk explores how we can use light for wireless data, tackling the spectrum shortage with innovative Li-Fi technology! You'll pick up advanced vocabulary related to energy efficiency and secure wireless communication, all while learning about a potentially game-changing future.
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