Vocabulary
- time out: A brief suspension of activity; a pause.
- symbol of: Something that represents or stands for something else, especially an object representing an abstract idea.
- of course: Sure ; Certainly
- in fact: Used to emphasize the truth of a statement, especially one that contrasts with or contradicts something else.
- come together: To assemble or unite; to start working together.
- have to: Must do
- step back: To move backwards; to move away from something.
- in a while: In a short period of time; soon.
- once in a while: Occasionally; not very often.
- president: Person in charge of a country, or organization
- bill: Plan for a new law being discussed by a government
- national: Concerning a nation as a whole
- visit: To go to a place for a time, usually for a reason
- recovery: Process of returning to a former (good) state
- park: Person's name
- leadership: Quality of being able to guide or influence others
- summer: Part of the year when the weather is hot
- ranger: Official who manages and protects a park or forest
- obama: Barack Obama, the 44th President of the United States (2009-2017).
- clinton: A common surname, often referring to the Clinton family.
- ford: A shallow area in a stream that can be forded
- newscaster: Someone who broadcasts the news
- bison: Large animal looking like a buffalo
- franklin: A landowner (th and th centuries) who was free but not of noble birth
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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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President Obama in Yellowstone National Park
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swtso posted on 2016/04/06Ever wondered what it's like for a President to visit Yellowstone? This video dives into President Obama's trip, touching on conservation and the National Park Service, perfect for outdoor enthusiasts! You'll pick up some great vocabulary related to nature and government while enjoying a reflective look at these iconic parks.
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