Vocabulary
- of course: Sure ; Certainly
- in fact: Used to emphasize the truth of a statement, especially one that contrasts with or contradicts something else.
- have to: Must do
- for instance: As an example.
- cosmic ray: A high-energy, subatomic particle originating from outer space.
- without knowing: Unaware; without being conscious of something.
- put together: To build or assemble something small, e.g. a toy
- to scale: In proportion; maintaining accurate relative dimensions.
- check out
- climb up: To ascend or move to a higher position by using one's hands and feet.
- at right angles to: Forming a 90-degree angle with another line or surface.
- drop off: To leave someone, something somewhere
- contrary to: In opposition to; against.
- instead of: When one thing is replaced by another
- into space: Toward or entering the region beyond Earth's atmosphere.
- over the edge: In a state of emotional or mental breakdown; beyond the limits of what one can handle.
- back into: To drive a vehicle backwards into a space or area.
- all along: From the beginning; all the time.
- out of view: Not visible; hidden from sight.
- in the west: Located in or towards the west.
- at least: As a minimum
- in mind: Being aware of or considering something.
- work out
- as we know it: In the form or way commonly understood or accepted.
- thanks to: Because of; as a result of.
- as for: Concerning; regarding.
- on the spot: Immediately; at that location.
- round to: To visit someone's place informally, usually briefly.
- turned out: To arrive for a public event or entertainment
- no matter: Regardless of; it does not matter.
- puzzle with: To try to solve a difficult problem or understand a confusing situation by thinking carefully about it.
- answer to: To be responsible to someone and have to explain your actions to them.
- fit together: To combine or join parts properly or correctly.
- fall: Season after summer and before winter; Autumn
- evidence: Factual proof that helps to establish the truth
- flat: Apartment; set of rooms for living in
- fact: Something that is known or proved to be true
- edge: An advantage you have over others
- shape: The outer form of something, what it looks like
- space: Empty area kept for a specific reason, like a car
- believe: To think or accept that something is true
- gravity: (Of a situation) extreme seriousness
- answer: To reply to a question someone asks
- misconception: Wrong or misunderstood idea
- earth: Wire connecting an electrical device to the ground
- ball: Large dance where people dress formally
- puzzle: To be a challenge to understand; confuse
- cosmic: Concerning space and the universe
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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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Yim Chong posted on 2016/01/28Ever wondered if the Earth really is flat? This video dives deep into the history of this idea, exploring scientific evidence and even how Eratosthenes measured our planet ages ago! You'll pick up some fascinating vocabulary and get a great workout for your critical thinking skills.
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