Vocabulary

  • got to: To arrive at some place
  • of course: Sure ; Certainly
  • have to: Must do
  • in the world: Used to emphasize a question expressing surprise, confusion, or disbelief.
  • drop out: To take no part in a society you disapprove of
  • as long as: For the period that; provided that.
  • at least: As a minimum
  • used to: Did regularly before, but don't do now
  • stay in: To remain inside one's home.
  • look at: To use your eyes to focus on something
  • over the top: More than what is considered normal or suitable; exaggerated.
  • figure out: To understand the behavior of someone
  • get out of: To leave or escape responsibilities, troubles
  • at the end of the day: Ultimately; when everything else is considered.
  • do in: To make completely tired out and exhausted
  • on the other hand : Considering a different aspect of the matter; alternatively.
  • with it: Intelligent, alert, and up-to-date.
  • in the end: Finally; after a period of time or series of events.
  • internet access: The ability to connect to the internet.
  • go ahead: To start an activity; start doing, working etc.
  • think about: To consider something carefully.
  • come on in: An invitation to enter a place.
  • in business: Actively operating as a commercial enterprise.
  • food for thought: Something worth thinking seriously about.
  • out of it: Unconscious or not completely alert; dazed or confused.
  • look back: To think about past events
  • reflect on: To think deeply or carefully about something.
  • in fact: Used to emphasize the truth of a statement, especially one that contrasts with or contradicts something else.
  • on the slide: In a state of decline or deterioration.
  • in love with: Feeling romantic love for someone.
  • other than: Except for; apart from.
  • hand up: To raise one's hand in order to get attention, especially in a classroom.
  • long for: To have a strong desire or yearning for something.
  • skipping class: Present continuous tense of skipping class; currently being absent from a class without permission or a valid reason.
  • all the things: Everything; all items or aspects
  • in person: Physically present; not by proxy or remotely.
  • work through: To deal with something systematically until it is completed
  • in general: Typically; usually; on the whole.
  • up there: In or to a higher place or position; far away.
  • in shape: In good physical condition; fit.
  • talking about: To discuss a particular topic.
  • not surprisingly: In a way that is not unexpected or predictable.
  • way to go: An expression of encouragement or approval.
  • factor in: To include something as an important element when making a decision or calculation.
  • out of time: Having no more time available to do something.
  • shout out: A public expression of greeting or praise.
  • of use: Having practical value; useful or helpful.
  • know about: To have information or understanding of a subject or situation.
  • back into: To drive a vehicle backwards into a space or area.
  • deal with
  • back then: At that time in the past.
  • as opposed to: In contrast to; rather than.
  • for example: As an illustration or instance.
  • on the internet: Located or available on the internet.
  • in on: To be involved in a secret or plan.
  • in terms of
  • wind up: To be brought to a state of great tension
  • experience in: Knowledge or skill gained from doing something for a period of time.
  • out there: In or to a place that is far away
  • such as: For example; like
  • edge in: To insert oneself into a group or conversation gradually.
  • of interest: Relevant or important to someone or something.
  • run with: To take and work with an idea, plan as your own
  • at school: Present and attending school.
  • go out: To leave a building (e.g. a house)
  • over time: Gradually; as time passes.
  • change over: To switch from one thing to another.
  • seize on: To quickly use or take advantage of an opportunity or information.
  • in the game: Still involved or active in a competition or situation.
  • lead to: To result in some action
  • draw in: To attract or entice someone or something.
  • to let: Indicates that a property is available for rent.
  • mark up: To increase the price of, to make more profit
  • wrap up: To complete something, such as a film or project
  • on behalf of: As the representative of someone
  • on the way: During the journey to a particular place.
  • inside of: Within; in the inner part of.
  • time: Speed at which music is played; tempo
  • people: Persons sharing culture, country, background, etc.
  • life: All the living things e.g. animals, plants, humans
  • audience: Group of people attending a play, movie etc.
  • field: Area of study, such as physics or biology
  • learn: To get knowledge or skills by study or experience
  • technology: Use or knowledge of science in industry etc.
  • college: School or educational institution for adults
  • laughter: Action or sound of laughing
  • idea: Belief, thought, suggestion, opinion or plan
  • bill: Plan for a new law being discussed by a government
  • game: Activity with rules that people play to have fun
  • hardcore: (Of sex films, etc.) extremely explicit
  • manager: Person who controls and runs a business or group
  • math: Study or science of numbers and shapes
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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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    Ever wondered what it takes to lead in the tech world? Dive into this inspiring CS50 lecture by Microsoft legend Steve Ballmer, where you'll get incredible career advice and insights into entrepreneurship. You'll pick up practical tips on time management and hear firsthand about the journey from Harvard to the top of the industry!

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