Vocabulary
- have to: Must do
- look at: To use your eyes to focus on something
- talking about: To discuss a particular topic.
- move on: To decide to change or go to a different place
- got to: To arrive at some place
- going on: To continue doing something
- care of: Used in an address to indicate the person who will receive the mail for someone else.
- on to: Toward something; forward
- follow up on: To investigate or check on something.
- at least: As a minimum
- of course: Sure ; Certainly
- clock in: To record the time of one's arrival at work, typically using a time clock.
- as well as: Also; in addition to
- bring back: To cause to remember
- along with: In addition to; together with.
- to do with: To be about something; concern
- deal with
- at the same time: Simultaneously; at the identical moment.
- same time: Occurring simultaneously or at the same point in time.
- in jail: Imprisoned; confined in a jail or prison.
- go ahead: To start an activity; start doing, working etc.
- used to: Did regularly before, but don't do now
- in the world: Used to emphasize a question expressing surprise, confusion, or disbelief.
- think of: To look on as (being something specific); consider
- in terms of
- in particular: Specifically; especially.
- out of time: Having no more time available to do something.
- in fact: Used to emphasize the truth of a statement, especially one that contrasts with or contradicts something else.
- knock out: To hit and make unconscious
- give up: To lose hope or admit defeat
- anything other than: Except for; not including
- other than: Except for; apart from.
- on the ground: Located on the surface of the earth.
- at stake: At risk; that can be lost if something is not successful
- disagree with: To have a different opinion from someone else.
- stick with: To continue to support or stay loyal to someone or something.
- thanks to: Because of; as a result of.
- know about: To have information or understanding of a subject or situation.
- on behalf of: As the representative of someone
- reach out: To attempt to communicate with someone.
- regardless of
- by numbers: Doing something exactly according to instructions or method.
- get on to: To decide to do something you have delayed doing
- for the record: Said to ensure something is officially noted or remembered.
- go back to: To return to a starting point
- fair and square: In an honest and straightforward manner; legitimately.
- look into: To investigate or try to discover the reasons for
- in debt: State of owing money to a person or institution
- figure out: To understand the behavior of someone
- based on: To use something as the foundation or starting point for something else.
- back into: To drive a vehicle backwards into a space or area.
- as soon as: In a short time after (something happens)
- write off: To cancel a debt; to recognize as a loss.
- say it all: To express everything that needs to be said without using many words.
- in the past: During a former period of time; previously.
- in the first place: To begin with; as the first point or consideration.
- in favor of: Expressing support or approval for someone or something.
- in public: In a place where anyone can see or hear you.
- around the world: In or to many countries.
- turned out: To arrive for a public event or entertainment
- check out
- in part: To some extent; partially.
- put forth: To bring into existence
- pay off: To give money to get person to do something; bribe
- walk away from: To leave a situation or relationship, especially when it is difficult or unpleasant.
- off of: From a position on something; down from.
- the bottom line: The most important thing; the essential point.
- just kind of: Used to express a feeling or state in a vague or hesitant way.
- for instance: As an example.
- out there: In or to a place that is far away
- on the defensive: Behaving as if you are being attacked or criticized.
- work out
- tv show: A television program.
- traffic accident: An incident involving one or more vehicles on a public road, resulting in damage or injury.
- come up: To come closer to someone; approach
- triple down: To reinforce one's effort or position, especially under pressure.
- double down: In gambling, to double one's bet, typically in exchange for taking one more card.
- down with: Suffering from an illness.
- except for: Not including; excluding.
- for now: Temporarily; for the present time.
- go together: To match well; to be harmonious or aesthetically pleasing.
- work together: To collaborate or cooperate with others to achieve a common goal.
- set forth: To explain; present a plan; express in words
- come together: To assemble or unite; to start working together.
- come from: To have as your native country or city
- in business: Actively operating as a commercial enterprise.
- in other words: Stating something in a different way, often to make it clearer or more understandable.
- weekly basis: Occurring or done once a week; every week.
- one of those things: An unfortunate but unavoidable event.
- in a vacuum: Existing or considered without relation to other things; isolated from outside influences.
- other places: Different locations or areas
- build up: To increase the amount; collect something
- in every way: In all manners or respects; completely.
- bring in: To earn a certain amount of money or profits
- far worse: Significantly more unpleasant, serious, or severe.
- instead of: When one thing is replaced by another
- in the line of duty: While performing one's job or official responsibilities.
- on television: Appearing or broadcast on TV.
- in mind: Being aware of or considering something.
- go out: To leave a building (e.g. a house)
- to let: Indicates that a property is available for rent.
- calm down: To make or become relaxed after being stressed
- in charge: To be responsible for
- gain access: To obtain the ability or right to enter or use something.
- point out: To make others aware of an idea
- such as: For example; like
- no go: A failure; something that does not proceed as planned.
- of itself: Happening automatically without external cause or help.
- start over: To begin again.
- outside of: Located or situated beyond the boundaries or confines of something.
- by itself: Alone; without help or assistance.
- in half: Divided into two equal parts.
- cut in: To interrupt someone's conversation
- come up with: To think of an idea or solution; produce
- put together: To build or assemble something small, e.g. a toy
- rip it up: To tear something into pieces forcefully.
- break out
- threat to: A person or thing likely to cause damage or danger.
- on the rise: Increasing; becoming more popular or common.
- at war: Engaged in a war; fighting
- at that time: During a specific point in the past.
- without knowing: Unaware; without being conscious of something.
- of all time: The best or most significant in history.
- by no means: Certainly not; in no way.
- fly into: Suddenly become very angry or emotional.
- on tape: Recorded on audio or video media.
- right back: Said when someone says they will return soon, indicating you expect their prompt return.
- share in: To participate in something; to have a part or interest in something.
- in hand: In one's possession or control.
- in itself: Considered alone or without reference to anything else; intrinsically.
- break in: To wear new (shoes, etc.) to make them comfortable
- make up: To invent or create a story
- zero in: To focus on a target
- care for: To want or desire a thing
- get along: To have a friendly relationship with someone; like
- go on: To continue doing something
- in the air: Present or circulating in the atmosphere.
- in power: Having control of a country or organization.
- at some point: At an unspecified time, usually in the future.
- in total: Completely; with everything added together.
- fill up
- talk about it: To discuss a particular subject.
- back up: To save a copy of your computer data
- go after: To chase or pursue something
- concern about: To worry about something.
- deal in: To buy and sell a particular product or products.
- much about: A lot of information or knowledge concerning something.
- put it down: To place something on a surface.
- move along: To make progress; advance.
- on the bench: Not actively playing in a game; in reserve.
- up against: Facing or contending with something difficult or challenging.
- side with: To support one person or group against another in a disagreement.
- see to: To attend to; take care of
- move to: To change the place where you live or work.
- work on: To devote effort to improve or develop something
- at home: In one's own residence or country.
- check on: To check that things are OK, correct
- tell it like it is: To speak very honestly and directly.
- tune in: To listen to a radio program or watch a television program.
- in on: To be involved in a secret or plan.
- as opposed to: In contrast to; rather than.
- over to: Used to hand over to someone else to speak
- train of thought: A connected series of thoughts.
- show up: To arrive or be seen at a place, e.g. a party
- move over: To make room for someone or something by shifting position.
- in trouble: Experiencing difficulties, problems, or legal issues.
- bail on: To abandon or desert someone or something, especially when they are needed.
- on the phone: Talking on the telephone.
- in control: Having the power to direct or regulate something; able to manage or direct a situation or person.
- hands down: To give (clothes, etc.) to someone younger
- opening up: Revealing one's thoughts and feelings; becoming more communicative.
- at fault: Responsible for something negative or undesirable; deserving blame.
- leave it there: To put something down and not move it from that location.
- to hand: To give or pass something to someone using your hand.
- receive training: To be given instruction or education in a particular skill or subject.
- come back: To reply to someone, often forcefully
- get out of: To leave or escape responsibilities, troubles
- bring about: To cause to happen
- back down: To admit you were wrong; stop claiming
- walk over: To treat someone badly, as if they had no rights
- by any means: In any way possible, regardless of the method
- on the other hand : Considering a different aspect of the matter; alternatively.
- sit through: To stay until the end of something, especially something long or boring.
- pick up on: To notice or become aware of something that is not obvious.
- no matter: Regardless of; it does not matter.
- stay home: To remain in one's house or residence.
- way to go: An expression of encouragement or approval.
- country: An area of land that is controlled by a government
- people: Persons sharing culture, country, background, etc.
- question: To ask for or try to get information
- lot: What happens to a person in life from chance; fate
- talk: Style of speaking
- great: Very good; better than before
- tonight: Night following this day
- time: Speed at which music is played; tempo
- money: Coins or notes we use to pay for things
- important: Having power or authority
- good: Proper, appropriate or right
- hear: To be aware of sound; to perceive with the ear
- evening: To make something level; to flatten
- bad: Not good; wrong
- change: To exchange one set of clothes for another
- secretary: Office worker who makes appointments, etc.
- health: (Person, company) being in a good condition; well
- care: To feel interest, concern, or worry
- fact: Something that is known or proved to be true
- lose: To be unable to keep in check or control something
- point: An item to be discussed
- move: To cause someone to have certain emotions
- win: Success in beating the other team or competitors
- mistake: Something done wrong/calculated wrong; error
- president: Person in charge of a country, or organization
- tax: To require a lot of physical or mental effort
- percent: One one-hundredth of a whole; the symbol %
- energy: Physical or mental strength
- court: To act in a way to shows you wish to marry someone
- proud: Very good; worthy of making one pleased
- respect: To follow the established rules
- audience: Group of people attending a play, movie etc.
- absolutely: Completely; totally; very
- election: Process of choosing someone by voting
- deal: To cope with something - usually troubles
- affordable: Cheap enough that it can be paid for
- judgment: Opinion that is made after careful consideration
- apologize: To say sorry because of a mistake or injury
- apology: Saying you are sorry about something
- debate: General public discussion of a topic
- insurance: Protection against loss/injury/death you pay for
- respond: To answer something or someone
- disaster: State of extreme ruin and misfortune
- policy: Document stating terms of an insurance agreement
- presidential: Concerning the president
- state: Region within a country, with its own government
- tremendous: Very good or very impressive
- poverty: State of being poor
- steel: Very strong or determined character in a person
- campaign: To work in an organized, active way towards a goal
- classify: To arrange things into groups of similar items
- coverage: Type of programs a radio or TV station broadcasts
- tape: To record some sounds using an electric device
- endorse: To show or express approval of
- trump: Any playing card of a suit that outranks another
- united: To join or come together for the same goal
- senator: An elected politician belonging to the senate
- subpoena: Legal document forcing a witness to give evidence
- locker: Cupboard with a lock to keep your possessions
- federal: Consisting of several united states
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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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