Vocabulary
- in fact: Used to emphasize the truth of a statement, especially one that contrasts with or contradicts something else.
- got to: To arrive at some place
- look at: To use your eyes to focus on something
- out of order: Not in proper working condition; broken.
- have to: Must do
- of course: Sure ; Certainly
- at a time: Separately; one by one
- in a row: One after another without a break.
- for example: As an illustration or instance.
- figure out: To understand the behavior of someone
- from the start: From the very beginning; from the outset.
- make some noise: To create a loud sound, often to show excitement or approval.
- fit in: To mix with others so you get on well with them
- hold in: To hide your emotions and not let them show
- the following: Next in order or sequence.
- think about: To consider something carefully.
- in a while: In a short period of time; soon.
- once in a while: Occasionally; not very often.
- write down: To record in writing
- talking about: To discuss a particular topic.
- by example: Through demonstration or serving as a model.
- at least: As a minimum
- out there: In or to a place that is far away
- with respect to: In relation to; regarding.
- to let: Indicates that a property is available for rent.
- used to: Did regularly before, but don't do now
- back then: At that time in the past.
- start over: To begin again.
- up there: In or to a higher place or position; far away.
- for free: Without charge; at no cost.
- in mind: Being aware of or considering something.
- going on: To continue doing something
- to the point: Expressing something directly and without unnecessary detail.
- in writing: Expressed or presented in written form, rather than spoken.
- end up with: To have something as a result.
- from top to bottom: Completely or thoroughly; in every part.
- much about: A lot of information or knowledge concerning something.
- to do with: To be about something; concern
- take off: To remove, e.g. your clothes
- up against: Facing or contending with something difficult or challenging.
- funny business: Dishonest or suspicious activity.
- run by: To be managed or controlled by someone or a group.
- bring down: To destroy (government, etc.) forcefully
- next to: Being located along side another
- on a regular basis: Happening frequently or at regular intervals.
- move on: To decide to change or go to a different place
- for good measure: As an extra amount; in addition to what is strictly necessary.
- goes well: To happen in the way desired
- turned out: To arrive for a public event or entertainment
- in the first place: To begin with; as the first point or consideration.
- play around: To cheat on your partner romantically
- look for: To try to find a thing or person that is lost
- down with: Suffering from an illness.
- draw out: To lengthen (far beyond the normal limits)
- think of: To look on as (being something specific); consider
- in on: To be involved in a secret or plan.
- also known as: Also called; alternatively named.
- know about: To have information or understanding of a subject or situation.
- get here: To arrive at a specific location.
- start on: To begin or start doing something.
- as a result of: Because of something; owing to.
- drop by: To visit someone or some place for a short time
- one of each: A single item from every available type or variety.
- order in: To request food from a restaurant to be delivered to one's home or other location.
- as follows: Used to introduce a list or explanation.
- one and the same: Exactly the same person or thing.
- set up
- move to: To change the place where you live or work.
- after all: In spite of what was expected; used to introduce a statement that supports a previous statement or explains why it was made
- in other words: Stating something in a different way, often to make it clearer or more understandable.
- by now: At the present time or already; before the present.
- move into: To start living in a new house or building
- to the left: In or toward the left direction.
- pin down: To force someone to clarify their opinion
- in a state: In a particular condition or situation.
- for the rest: Concerning the remaining people or things.
- put together: To build or assemble something small, e.g. a toy
- with it: Intelligent, alert, and up-to-date.
- in a minute: Very soon; in a short amount of time.
- of choice: Indicating something is preferred or selected deliberately.
- pass out: To distribute or hand out papers to people
- split up: To break up your marriage or relationship
- one up: In a better or more advantageous position.
- mess over: To treat someone unfairly or badly.
- state: Region within a country, with its own government
- audience: Group of people attending a play, movie etc.
- good: Proper, appropriate or right
- order: Religious or social group, as of nuns
- odd: Being unmatched with someone or something
- fact: Something that is known or proved to be true
- number: Symbols such as 1, 2, 56, 793
- prove: To demonstrate truth by providing evidence
- row: To move a boat using oars
- hypothesis: A theory trying to explain something
- move: To cause someone to have certain emotions
- score: A sharp mark or cut in the surface of something
- proof: Act of showing that something exists or is true
- column: Regular series of articles in a newspaper/magazine
- class: To place things into groups by common qualities
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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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Lec 3 | MIT 6.042J Mathematics for Computer Science, Fall 2010
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Dou Lin posted on 2016/07/16Ever wondered how software bugs happen or how to prove things rigorously? This MIT lecture dives deep into proof techniques like strong induction and invariants, using fun examples like the 8-puzzle! You'll pick up some seriously advanced vocabulary and learn how to spot common proof pitfalls, making it a fantastic watch for anyone interested in computer science and clear thinking.
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