Vocabulary
- for instance: As an example.
- instead of: When one thing is replaced by another
- at least: As a minimum
- screw with: To interfere with or tamper with something.
- over time: Gradually; as time passes.
- all over the place: In a state of disorder; scattered everywhere.
- talking about: To discuss a particular topic.
- take on: To acquire a new characteristic
- back into: To drive a vehicle backwards into a space or area.
- watch out: To be careful; to be alert to danger
- in the future: At a later time; in times to come.
- factor in: To include something as an important element when making a decision or calculation.
- come by: To become the owner of something, e.g. by accident
- end up with: To have something as a result.
- in mind: Being aware of or considering something.
- on earth: Used to emphasize a question expressing surprise or anger.
- in addition to: Besides; as well as
- as one: Acting or moving together at the same time.
- used to: Did regularly before, but don't do now
- speed up: To move more quickly
- out of control: Impossible to manage or control.
- thanks to: Because of; as a result of.
- as well as: Also; in addition to
- at the same time: Simultaneously; at the identical moment.
- same time: Occurring simultaneously or at the same point in time.
- on the brain: To be constantly thinking about someone or something; to be obsessed with someone or something.
- in fact: Used to emphasize the truth of a statement, especially one that contrasts with or contradicts something else.
- lead to: To result in some action
- on the internet: Located or available on the internet.
- of choice: Indicating something is preferred or selected deliberately.
- episode: One separate event in a series of events
- figure: To appear in a game, play or event
- term: Conditions applying to an agreement, contract
- crave: To have a very strong desire for something
- instance: An example of something; case
- urge: A strong desire for something
- evolve: To develop certain features
- reinforce: To send more troops/resources to support an army
- dopamine: Drug used to treat shock and hypotension
- reward: To give something because of someone's good work
- ability: The power, resources or skill to do something
- exploit: To selfishly take advantage of or treat badly
- calm: Without wind or storm; quiet; peaceful
- function: Social event, or party such as a wedding
- brain: To strike someone forcefully on the head
- response: Something said/written as an answer to something
- similar: Nearly the same; alike
- compulsive: Having difficulty to stop yourself doing something
- addiction: Lack of control the overuse of something e.g. drugs
- screw: To cheat someone, as out of money/property
- effect: An advantage, benefit
- spoil: To damage something, usually by treating it poorly
- compensate: To give (money) to as a form of correcting a loss
- release: To free someone from a responsibility or burden
- create: To make, cause, or bring into existence
- nerve: Fibers in the body that enable feeling, movement
- alcohol: A colorless liquid that can catch fire (C2H5OH)
- serotonin: A neurotransmitter in the brain that helps regulate mood, sleep, appetite, and emotional well-being; often referred to as the "feel-good" hormone.
- pretty: Being attractive to the eye in a simple way
- pleasure: Feeling of happiness, enjoyment, or satisfaction
- produce: Fresh foods such as fruits and vegetables
- major: High-ranking officer in the army
- neurotransmitter: Chemical released by nerves that boost signals within the body
- target: A goal or amount you are trying to achieve
- rush: To attack someone suddenly in a group
- anticipation: Pleasurable feeling about a future event
- euphoria: Extreme happiness, sometimes more than reasonable
- tolerance: Ability to adjust to changes, your environment etc.
- important: Having power or authority
- activate: To cause to happen; cause a chemical reaction
- system: Set of organized, planned ideas that work together
- fact: Something that is known or proved to be true
- mellow: Being completely relaxed and calm
- addictive: Being powerless to stop doing or using something
- flood: To quickly appear unexpectedly and in volume
- continue: To do something without stopping, or after pausing
- stimulant: Drug that increases physical or mental activity
- slot: A long narrow opening to put a coin, etc. in
- absorption: Process of being absorbed e.g. liquid, attention
- cocaine: Illegal drug made from coca leaves
- transmission: Part of car including gears affecting speed of car
- gamble: To play games to win money
- jackpot: The big prize in a lottery, game of chance, etc.
- pathological: (Liar, etc.) behaving in an uncontrollable (bad)
- dosage: Measured amount of medicine or drug
- nicotine: Addictive substance in tobacco
- vividly: In a strongly, bright, lively or colorful manner
- moose: Large deer with big antlers found in colder areas
- circuitry: Electronic equipment consisting of switches
- synaptic: Concerning or involving synapses
- bacon: Salted meat from a pig
- morphine: Alkaloid narcotic drug extracted from opium
- heroin: A highly addictive drug, a derivative of morphine
- savannah: Flat grassland of tropical or subtropical regions
- jingle: Light ringing sound like metal things being shaken
- infusion: Extraction of materials by soaking in liquids
- cheesecake: A cake made with cream cheese
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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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