Vocabulary
- show up: To arrive or be seen at a place, e.g. a party
- pump up: To inflate something with air using a pump.
- trouble in: Problems or difficulties existing within a specific place or situation.
- in fact: Used to emphasize the truth of a statement, especially one that contrasts with or contradicts something else.
- of course: Sure ; Certainly
- close up: A photograph or film shot taken of a subject at close range.
- at odds: In a state of conflict or disagreement
- country: An area of land that is controlled by a government
- vessel: Container, such as a cup, for holding liquids
- stir: To arouse (attention or interest)
- zone: Area of space designated for a particular use
- economic: Concerning trade, industry, and money
- incident: Event, usually unusual or important; accident
- dispute: To argue with someone about something
- traditional: Involved in a custom or event common to a people
- ambassador: Official representing a country in another country
- peace: Calm and quiet state
- dash: To hit against something with a lot of force
- missile: A weapon that is thrown, shot or launched
- south: Direction to your right when facing the rising sun
- Chinese: Concerning the culture and people of China
- boat: Small form of transport for traveling on water
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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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Indonesia "Attacks" China in South China Sea! | China Uncensored
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keep-going posted on 2016/05/28Ever wondered what happens when countries clash in the South China Sea? This episode of China Uncensored dives into the recent fishing boat incident involving Indonesia and China, offering a hilarious yet insightful look at the geopolitical drama. You'll not only get a kick out of the satirical commentary but also pick up some advanced vocabulary related to international disputes and sovereignty!
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