clue
US /klu/
UK /klu:/
- Noun
- Information that helps explain something; hint
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US /hɪnt/
UK /hɪnt/
- Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
- To suggest without being direct about it
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- Helpful piece of information
- Tiny quantity or sign of something
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US /ˌʌnɪkˈspektɪd/
UK /ˌʌnɪkˈspektɪd/
- Adjective
- Surprising because it was not expected
- Noun
- An event or occurrence that was not anticipated.
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Vocabulary
- present: Being in attendance; being there; having turned up
- situation: Place, position or area that something is in
- moment: Very short or brief period of time
- clue: Information that helps explain something; hint
- day: A period of 24 hours beginning at midnight
- call: A order or request for action
- future: Time that is to come after the present
- story: One of many floors or levels in a building
- notice: To become aware by sight, touch, or hearing
- happen: To take place or occur
- unexpected: Surprising because it was not expected
- home: House, apartment or building to be rented or sold
- man: Humans in general, including male and female
- prepare: To make something ready for use
- hint: To suggest without being direct about it
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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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What is Foreshadowing?
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多多 posted on 2016/05/15Ever wondered how authors build suspense or hint at future events? This video dives into the fascinating narrative technique of foreshadowing, showing you how to spot those clever 'Chekhov's Guns' and visual clues in stories. You'll pick up essential storytelling tips and learn to analyze scenes like a pro!
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