Vocabulary
- such as: For example; like
- in the world: Used to emphasize a question expressing surprise, confusion, or disbelief.
- in fact: Used to emphasize the truth of a statement, especially one that contrasts with or contradicts something else.
- outside of: Located or situated beyond the boundaries or confines of something.
- as one: Acting or moving together at the same time.
- for example: As an illustration or instance.
- in the news: Being widely reported in the media.
- in the spotlight: Receiving a lot of public attention; at the center of attention.
- far and away: By a considerable margin; easily the best.
- know about: To have information or understanding of a subject or situation.
- to do with: To be about something; concern
- in the midst of: Surrounded by; in the middle of.
- cut off: To end a process, e.g. a phone call
- by now: At the present time or already; before the present.
- on the tiles: Out enjoying oneself, often drinking or partying.
- go to jail: To be sent to prison as a punishment for committing a crime.
- in jail: Imprisoned; confined in a jail or prison.
- as follows: Used to introduce a list or explanation.
- in a manner: In a specific way or style.
- under the rule: Being governed or controlled by someone or some system.
- for the foreseeable: Referring to a time period that can be predicted or expected in the near future.
- as opposed to: In contrast to; rather than.
- think of: To look on as (being something specific); consider
- on the door: Situated on the surface or part of a door.
- on the part of: By or done by (someone); concerning someone.
- as we know it: In the form or way commonly understood or accepted.
- prior to: Before a particular time or event.
- come from: To have as your native country or city
- also known as: Also called; alternatively named.
- catch up: To become equal with another person
- with it: Intelligent, alert, and up-to-date.
- for the world: Used to emphasize something would never happen.
- at large: (of a person or animal, especially one that is dangerous) not captured; free.
- check out
- literally: In a literal manner or sense; exactly as stated.
- call: A order or request for action
- country: An area of land that is controlled by a government
- religious: Following the rules and beliefs of a faith
- modern: Of the present time; up to date; contemporary
- regard: Admiration or respect for a person or thing
- bread: Money or earnings
- western: Movies often about cowboys in the American West
- Europe: A continent including Germany, France and Spain
- fuse: Device connected to and making a bomb explode
- beer: Alcoholic drink that is made from wheat or grains
- cologne: Perfume or fragrance that you apply to your skin
- German: Concerning the culture and people of Germany
- tile: Squares of hard material to cover floor/roof/wall
- christianity: Beliefs, practices based on teachings of Jesus
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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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