Vocabulary

  • of course: Sure ; Certainly
  • look at: To use your eyes to focus on something
  • on all-fours: Position with hands and knees on the ground.
  • see in: To accompany someone to the entrance of a building or room.
  • in the world: Used to emphasize a question expressing surprise, confusion, or disbelief.
  • on the ground: Located on the surface of the earth.
  • on earth: Used to emphasize a question expressing surprise or anger.
  • have to: Must do
  • below the surface: Hidden emotions or issues not immediately visible.
  • as well as: Also; in addition to
  • for example: As an illustration or instance.
  • in the moment: At the present time; now.
  • show in: To lead someone into a room or building.
  • in the middle of: In the central part or point of something.
  • face to face: (Meeting) while looking at someone
  • black market: An illegal market in which goods or currencies are bought and sold in violation of official restrictions.
  • got to: To arrive at some place
  • inside of: Within; in the inner part of.
  • in your dreams: Used to say something is very unlikely or impossible.
  • call for: To demand, need or require (an action or thing)
  • wake up: To stop sleeping
  • around the world: In or to many countries.
  • such as: For example; like
  • on board: Being on a ship, plane, or other vehicle
  • in secret: Done or kept in a way that is not known or seen by others.
  • work in: To make an opening for something in your schedule
  • as soon as: In a short time after (something happens)
  • at that time: During a specific point in the past.
  • come from: To have as your native country or city
  • complete with: Having something as an extra part or feature.
  • at home: In one's own residence or country.
  • know about: To have information or understanding of a subject or situation.
  • well preserved: Maintained in excellent condition; not allowed to decline in quality or appearance.
  • thanks to: Because of; as a result of.
  • at least: As a minimum
  • to date: Up to the present time; until now.
  • full picture: A complete and comprehensive understanding of a situation or issue.
  • feel for: To have sympathy for someone; to empathize with someone's situation.
  • for sure: Definitely; certainly; without a doubt.
  • answer to: To be responsible to someone and have to explain your actions to them.
  • in comparison: When compared to something else.
  • at night: During the night; in the nighttime.
  • at some point: At an unspecified time, usually in the future.
  • in a sense: In one way of thinking; to some extent; in some ways.
  • look for: To try to find a thing or person that is lost
  • like anything: Used to emphasize strong intensity or effort.
  • on the line: At risk; in a situation where something could be lost.
  • annual physical: A yearly medical examination to assess overall health.
  • in condition: The state that something is in.
  • look to: Be looking to. be planning to (do something)
  • figure out: To understand the behavior of someone
  • common ancestor: An ancestor that two or more species have in common and from which they both evolved.
  • shin bone: The tibia; the inner and larger of the two bones of the lower leg between the knee and ankle.
  • turned out: To arrive for a public event or entertainment
  • in time: Eventually; after a period of time.
  • on the surface: Appearing to be true or real until examined more closely.
  • lay for: To wait secretly to catch or surprise someone.
  • from the start: From the very beginning; from the outset.
  • except that: But; with the exception that.
  • at last: Finally; after a long delay.
  • crucial: Extremely important or necessary
  • extraordinary: Beyond what is ordinary; very unusual; remarkable
  • life: All the living things e.g. animals, plants, humans
  • world: All the humans, events, activities on the earth
  • evidence: Factual proof that helps to establish the truth
  • ancient: Very old; having lived a very long time ago
  • important: Having power or authority
  • complete: To finish or reach the end of doing something
  • shape: The outer form of something, what it looks like
  • long: Person's name
  • live: To be alive
  • human: A person; a man, woman or child
  • ancestor: A person from your family that lived in the past
  • treasure: Valuable things collected, and often hidden
  • evolution: Theory that living things change over time
  • modern: Of the present time; up to date; contemporary
  • creature: Animal of any type
  • body: The physical structure of a person or animal.
  • preserve: To cook food so it can be kept for long periods
  • small: Little in size; not big
  • link: Any one of the rings that are part of a chain
  • man: Humans in general, including male and female
  • foot: Base of something such as a mountain or vase
  • claw: Long, sharp, and usually curved nail of an animal
  • primitive: Lacking a written language and advanced technology
  • branch: Part of a family related to the same members
  • bone: Hard piece of your body that holds your muscles
  • jaw: One of the two bones of the face where teeth grow
  • fossil: Plant or animal that became rock after many years
  • fur: Hairy coat of an animal
  • investigation: Search for information about something
  • pit: To use your strength, skill or wit to beat another
  • primate: One of species containing humans and monkeys
  • wrist: Part where your hand joins your arm
  • toe: One of the five parts at the end of your foot
  • groom: To make neat and smart in appearance
  • skeleton: Structure of bones that supports the body
  • chimpanzee: Animal similar to a monkey but without a tail
  • lake: Large area of water surrounded by land
  • pelvis: Bone joining the hip to Back and legs
  • lemur: Large-eyed animal that lives in trees
  • holly: Tree with red berries, associated with Christmas
  • locality: Particular area or place
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    • ancestor

      US /ˈænˌsɛstɚ/

      UK /'ænsestə(r)/

      • Noun
      • A person from your family that lived in the past
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    • ancient

      US /ˈenʃənt/

      UK /'eɪnʃənt/

      • Adjective
      • Very old; having lived a very long time ago
      • Relating to a period in history, especially in the distant past.
      • Noun
      • A person who lived in ancient times.
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    • annual physical

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      • Noun
      • A yearly medical examination to assess overall health.
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    • answer to

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      • Phrasal Verb
      • To be responsible to someone and have to explain your actions to them.
      • To correspond to or match a description or requirement.
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    • around the world

      US /əˈraʊnd ði wɜrld/

      UK /əˈraund ðə wɜː(r)ld/

      • Phrase
      • In or to many countries.
      • In various places throughout the world.
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    • as soon as

      US /æz sun æz/

      UK /æz su:n æz/

      • Phrase
      • In a short time after (something happens)
      • Without any delay; immediately
      • Conjunction
      • At the moment that, or immediately after.
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    • as well as

      US /æz wɛl æz/

      UK /æz wel æz/

      • Adverb
      • Also; in addition to
      • Preposition
      • In addition to; and also.
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    • at home

      US /æt hom/

      UK /æt həum/

      • Phrase
      • In one's own residence or country.
      • Adjective
      • Feeling comfortable and relaxed.
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    • at last

      US /æt læst/

      UK /æt lɑ:st/

      • Adverb
      • Finally; after a long delay.
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    • at least

      US /æt list/

      UK /æt li:st/

      • Adverb
      • As a minimum
      • Not less than
      • Phrase
      • No less than; at the minimum
      • Used to indicate that something is positive in a bad situation.
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    • at night

      US /æt naɪt/

      UK /æt nait/

      • Phrase
      • During the night; in the nighttime.
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    • at some point

      US /æt sʌm pɔɪnt/

      UK /æt sʌm pɔint/

      • Phrase
      • At an unspecified time, usually in the future.
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    • at that time

      US /æt ðæt taɪm/

      UK /æt ðæt taim/

      • Phrase
      • During a specific point in the past.
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    • below the surface

      US /bəˈloʊ ðə ˈsɝfɪs/

      UK /bɪˈləu ðə ˈsɜ:fɪs/

      • other
      • Hidden emotions or issues not immediately visible.
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    • black market

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      • Noun
      • An illegal market in which goods or currencies are bought and sold in violation of official restrictions.
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    • body

      US /ˈbɑdi/

      UK /ˈbɒdi/

      • Noun
      • The physical structure of a person or animal.
      • Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
      • The main or central part of something.
      • The weight and texture of a drink (like wine or coffee) in the mouth.
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    • branch

      US /bræntʃ/

      UK /brɑ:ntʃ/

      • Noun
      • Part of a family related to the same members
      • Part of organization with a specific function
      • Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
      • To separate away from the main part
      • To extend in a new direction; diverge.
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    • call for

      US /kɔl fɔr/

      UK /kɔ:l fɔ:/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To demand, need or require (an action or thing)
      • To come to someone's house to take them somewhere
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    • chimpanzee

      US /ˌtʃɪmpænˈzi,-pən-,tʃɪmˈpænzi/

      UK /ˌtʃɪmpæn'zi:/

      • Countable Noun
      • Animal similar to a monkey but without a tail
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    • claw

      US /klɔ/

      UK /klɔ:/

      • Countable Noun
      • Long, sharp, and usually curved nail of an animal
      • A tool or part of a tool resembling an animal's claw, used for gripping or tearing.
      • Transitive Verb
      • To dig or pull with the nails or fingers
      • To grasp or seize something with or as if with claws.
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    • come from

      US /kʌm frʌm/

      UK /kʌm frɔm/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To have as your native country or city
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    • common ancestor

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      • Noun
      • An ancestor that two or more species have in common and from which they both evolved.
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    • complete with

      US /kəmˈplit wɪð/

      UK /kəmˈpli:t wið/

      • Phrase
      • Having something as an extra part or feature.
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    • creature

      US /ˈkritʃɚ/

      UK /ˈkri:tʃə(r)/

      • Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
      • Animal of any type
      • An animal, as distinct from a human being.
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    • crucial

      US /ˈkruʃəl/

      UK /'kru:ʃl/

      • Adjective
      • Extremely important or necessary
      • Of great importance to the success of something.
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    • evolution

      US /ˌɛvəˈluʃən, ˌivə-/

      UK /ˌi:və'lu:ʃn/

      • Uncountable Noun
      • Theory that living things change over time
      • Process by which something develops over time
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    • except that

      US /ɪkˈsɛpt ðæt/

      UK /ikˈsept ðæt/

      • Conjunction
      • But; with the exception that.
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    • extraordinary

      US /ɪkˈstrɔ:rdəneri/

      UK /ɪkˈstrɔ:dnri/

      • Adjective
      • Beyond what is ordinary; very unusual; remarkable
      • Additional to or different from what is usual or regular.
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    • face to face

      US /fes tu fes/

      UK /feis tu: feis/

      • Adverb
      • (Meeting) while looking at someone
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    • feel for

      US /fil fɔr/

      UK /fi:l fɔ:/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To have sympathy for someone; to empathize with someone's situation.
      • To try to find something by touching it.
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    • figure out

      US /ˈfɪɡjɚ aʊt/

      UK /ˈfiɡə aut/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To understand the behavior of someone
      • To think through logically to find a solution
      • Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
      • To understand or find an answer to something.
      • To find a solution to a problem or understand something.
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    • for example

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      UK

      • Phrase
      • As an illustration or instance.
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    • for sure

      US /fɔr ʃʊr/

      UK /fɔ: ʃuə/

      • Adverb
      • Definitely; certainly; without a doubt.
      • Used to emphasize a statement.
      • Interjection
      • An expression of strong agreement or affirmation.
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    • fossil

      US /ˈfɑsəl/

      UK /'fɒsl/

      • Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
      • Plant or animal that became rock after many years
      • A person or thing that is outdated or no longer useful.
      • Adjective
      • Relating to or resembling a fossil.
      • Relating to or denoting energy generated from fossil fuels.
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    • from the start

      US /frʌm ði stɑrt/

      UK /frɔm ðə stɑ:t/

      • Phrase
      • From the very beginning; from the outset.
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    • full picture

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      UK

      • Noun
      • A complete and comprehensive understanding of a situation or issue.
      • A detailed and comprehensive view or representation of something.
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    • fur

      US /fɚ/

      UK /fɜ:(r)/

      • Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
      • Hairy coat of an animal
      • Clothing item made with animal fur
      • Transitive Verb
      • To apply strips of wood or metal to a wall or ceiling to create a level surface.
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    • got to

      US /ɡɑt tu/

      UK /gɔt tu:/

      • Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
      • To arrive at some place
      • To have the opportunity or permission to do something
      • Phrasal Verb
      • To appeal to the emotions of; move
      • To finally begin to start something after a delay
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    • groom

      US /ɡrum, ɡrʊm/

      UK /gru:m/

      • Transitive Verb
      • To make neat and smart in appearance
      • To take care of an animal by brushing, cleaning it
      • Countable Noun
      • Man employed to brush, trim and clean horses
      • Man who is, or who has recently married
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    • have to

      US /hæv tu/

      UK /ˈhæv tə/

      • Auxiliary Verb
      • Must do
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    • holly

      US /ˈhɑli/

      UK /ˈhɔli:/

      • Noun
      • Tree with red berries, associated with Christmas
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    • in a sense

      US /ɪn e sɛns/

      UK /in ə sens/

      • Phrase
      • In one way of thinking; to some extent; in some ways.
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    • in comparison

      US /ɪn kəmˈpærɪsən/

      UK /in kəmˈpærisən/

      • Adverb
      • When compared to something else.
      • Phrase
      • When compared to something else.
      • When considering the differences between two or more things.
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    • in condition

      US /ɪn kənˈdɪʃən/

      UK /in kənˈdiʃən/

      • Adjective
      • The state that something is in.
      • Fit and healthy.
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    • in secret

      US /ɪn ˈsiːkrət/

      UK /in ˈsiːkrət/

      • Phrase
      • Done or kept in a way that is not known or seen by others.
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    • in the middle of

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      UK

      • Phrase
      • In the central part or point of something.
      • Engaged or occupied with something.
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    • in the moment

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      UK

      • Phrase
      • At the present time; now.
      • Spontaneously; without prior planning or consideration.
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    • in the world

      US /ɪn ði wɜrld/

      UK /in ðə wɜː(r)ld/

      • Phrase
      • Used to emphasize a question expressing surprise, confusion, or disbelief.
      • Used to indicate the extent or degree of something, often in a superlative sense.
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    • in time

      US /ɪn taɪm/

      UK /in taim/

      • Adverb
      • Eventually; after a period of time.
      • Not late; with enough time to spare.
      • Phrase
      • Eventually; before it is too late.
      • According to the scheduled time; punctual.
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    • in your dreams

      US /ɪn jʊɚ ˈdrimz/

      UK /in jɔ: ˈdri:mz/

      • other
      • Used to say something is very unlikely or impossible.
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    • inside of

      US /ɪnˈsaɪd ʌv/

      UK /inˈsaid ɔv/

      • Preposition
      • Within; in the inner part of.
      • Within a certain period of time.
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    • investigation

      US /ɪnˌvɛstɪˈɡeʃən/

      UK /ɪnˌvestɪ'ɡeɪʃn/

      • Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
      • Search for information about something
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    • jaw

      US /dʒɔ/

      UK /dʒɔ:/

      • Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
      • One of the two bones of the face where teeth grow
      • Intransitive Verb
      • To talk with a lot of energy for a long time
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    • know about

      US /noʊ əˈbaʊt/

      UK /nəʊ əˈbaut/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To have information or understanding of a subject or situation.
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    • lake

      US /lek/

      UK /leɪk/

      • Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
      • Large area of water surrounded by land
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    • lay for

      US /leɪ fɚ/

      UK /leɪ fə/

      • other
      • To wait secretly to catch or surprise someone.
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    • lemur

      US /ˈlimɚ/

      UK /ˈli:mə(r)/

      • Noun
      • Large-eyed animal that lives in trees
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    • like anything

      US /laɪk ˈɛniθɪŋ/

      UK /laɪk ˈeniθɪŋ/

      • other
      • Used to emphasize strong intensity or effort.
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    • link

      US /lɪŋk/

      UK /lɪŋk/

      • Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
      • Any one of the rings that are part of a chain
      • Connection between two or more things or people
      • Transitive Verb
      • To join or connect together
      • To associate or connect in one's mind.
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    • locality

      US /loʊˈkæləti/

      UK /ləʊˈkæləti/

      • Noun
      • Particular area or place
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    • look at

      US /lʊk æt/

      UK /luk æt/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To use your eyes to focus on something
      • To focus your eyes on something carefully
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    • look for

      US /lʊk fɔr/

      UK /luk fɔ:/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To try to find a thing or person that is lost
      • To expect or anticipate something.
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    • look to

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      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • Be looking to. be planning to (do something)
      • To expect someone to do something for you; rely on
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    • of course

      US /ʌv kɔː(r)s/

      UK /ɔv kɔː(r)s/

      • Adverb
      • Sure ; Certainly
      • Phrase
      • For sure; certainly
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    • on all-fours

      US /ɑn ɔl fɔrz/

      UK /ɒn ɔ:l fɔ:z/

      • other
      • Position with hands and knees on the ground.
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    • on board

      US /ɑn bɔrd/

      UK /ɔn bɔ:d/

      • Phrase
      • Being on a ship, plane, or other vehicle
      • Adverb
      • On or in a ship, aircraft, train, or other vehicle
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    • on earth

      US /ɑn ɚθ/

      UK /ɔn ə:θ/

      • Phrase
      • Used to emphasize a question expressing surprise or anger.
      • Used to emphasize that something is not possible or will not happen.
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    • on the ground

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      • Phrase
      • Located on the surface of the earth.
      • Present and available in a particular place, especially to deal with a situation.
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    • on the line

      US /ɑn ði laɪn/

      UK /ɔn ðə lain/

      • Phrase
      • At risk; in a situation where something could be lost.
      • Having a great deal of responsibility.
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    • on the surface

      US /ɑn ði ˈsɚfəs/

      UK /ɔn ðə ˈsə:fis/

      • Phrase
      • Appearing to be true or real until examined more closely.
      • Located on the outer part or uppermost layer of something.
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    • pelvis

      US /ˈpɛlvɪs/

      UK /'pelvɪs/

      • Noun
      • Bone joining the hip to Back and legs
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    • pit

      US /pɪt/

      UK /pɪt/

      • Transitive Verb
      • To use your strength, skill or wit to beat another
      • To make holes or marks on a surface
      • Noun
      • Hole in the ground
      • Garage area for racing cars on a circuit
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    • preserve

      US /prɪˈzɜ:rv/

      UK /prɪˈzɜ:v/

      • Transitive Verb
      • To cook food so it can be kept for long periods
      • To protect something from harm, loss or damage
      • Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
      • Sweet fruit spread; jam
      • Protected area of land with plants and animals
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    • primate

      US /ˈpraɪmɪt, -ˌmet/

      UK /'praɪmeɪt/

      • Countable Noun
      • One of species containing humans and monkeys
      • A chief bishop or archbishop.
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    • primitive

      US /ˈprɪmɪtɪv/

      UK /ˈprɪmətɪv/

      • Adjective
      • Lacking a written language and advanced technology
      • Being rough and underdeveloped
      • Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
      • Self-taught artist; the art done in this style
      • Offensive people considered lacking a culture
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    • see in

      US /si ɪn/

      UK /si: in/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To accompany someone to the entrance of a building or room.
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    • shin bone

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      • Noun
      • The tibia; the inner and larger of the two bones of the lower leg between the knee and ankle.
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    • show in

      US /ʃo ɪn/

      UK /ʃəu ɪn/

      • other
      • To lead someone into a room or building.
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    • skeleton

      US /ˈskɛlɪtn/

      UK /ˈskelɪtn/

      • Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
      • Structure of bones that supports the body
      • Frame that provides support for e.g. a building
      • Adjective
      • Outline of the basic of main part of something
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    • such as

      US /sʌtʃ æz/

      UK /sʌtʃ æz/

      • Preposition
      • For example; like
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    • thanks to

      US /θæŋks tu/

      UK /θæŋks tu:/

      • Preposition
      • Because of; as a result of.
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    • to date

      US /tu det/

      UK /tu: deit/

      • Phrase
      • Up to the present time; until now.
      • Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
      • To go out on romantic dates with someone.
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    • toe

      US /toʊ/

      UK /təʊ/

      • Noun
      • One of the five parts at the end of your foot
      • Front part of a sock or shoe
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    • treasure

      US /ˈtrɛʒɚ/

      UK /'treʒə(r)/

      • Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
      • Valuable things collected, and often hidden
      • Someone or something that is worth a lot
      • Transitive Verb
      • To value something you keep very much
      • To take great care of because you love/value it
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    • turned out

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      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To arrive for a public event or entertainment
      • To happen to be in the end
      • Transitive Verb
      • To extinguish or switch off lights.
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    • wake up

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      • Phrasal Verb
      • To stop sleeping
      • To become fully aware and alert to a situation.
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    • well preserved

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      • Adjective
      • Maintained in excellent condition; not allowed to decline in quality or appearance.
      • Kept from decaying; maintained in a state suitable for later use.
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    • work in

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      • Phrasal Verb
      • To make an opening for something in your schedule
      • To fit person/thing into a schedule or sequence
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    • wrist

      US /rɪst/

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      • Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
      • Part where your hand joins your arm
      • A support worn around the wrist, often for sports or medical reasons.
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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

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    UK/breɪv/
    adj.Brave
    v.t.To bravely face
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