Vocabulary
- based on: To use something as the foundation or starting point for something else.
- look at: To use your eyes to focus on something
- at least: As a minimum
- power up: To turn on a device or system; to activate.
- have to: Must do
- after all: In spite of what was expected; used to introduce a statement that supports a previous statement or explains why it was made
- such as: For example; like
- of course: Sure ; Certainly
- instead of: When one thing is replaced by another
- as well as: Also; in addition to
- for example: As an illustration or instance.
- in the air: Present or circulating in the atmosphere.
- as opposed to: In contrast to; rather than.
- used to: Did regularly before, but don't do now
- in the game: Still involved or active in a competition or situation.
- old school: Traditional or old-fashioned in style, behavior, or attitude.
- off of: From a position on something; down from.
- got to: To arrive at some place
- in fact: Used to emphasize the truth of a statement, especially one that contrasts with or contradicts something else.
- back into: To drive a vehicle backwards into a space or area.
- pop out: To go out somewhere quickly and briefly.
- out of it: Unconscious or not completely alert; dazed or confused.
- start off: To begin or commence something.
- gain access: To obtain the ability or right to enter or use something.
- a wide array: A large and impressive collection or range of things.
- one up: In a better or more advantageous position.
- like mushrooms: Appearing or growing very quickly and suddenly.
- turn into: To change to become something else
- in time: Eventually; after a period of time.
- depending on: To rely on for support (financial or emotional)
- at most: Not more than; a maximum of.
- short clip: A brief segment of a video or film.
- for instance: As an example.
- factor in: To include something as an important element when making a decision or calculation.
- ride on: To continue as planned, despite difficulties.
- work together: To collaborate or cooperate with others to achieve a common goal.
- lean in: To move closer to someone or something, often by bending forward.
- as for: Concerning; regarding.
- weak spot: A vulnerable point or area that is susceptible to attack or failure.
- to date: Up to the present time; until now.
- level with: To be honest and straightforward with someone; to tell someone the truth.
- set up
- light up: To illuminate something; to make something brighter with light.
- take out: To apply for and get a license
- in general: Typically; usually; on the whole.
- interact with
- in unison: Together; at the same time; in a way that shows complete agreement
- of old: From a long time ago; in the past.
- next to: Being located along side another
- ride down: To catch or stop someone by chasing on horseback or vehicle.
- game: Activity with rules that people play to have fun
- cat: Household pet with fur, four legs and long tail.
- world: All the humans, events, activities on the earth
- time: Speed at which music is played; tempo
- speak: To be able to use a certain language
- green: Color of young leaves
- red: Being the color of blood
- player: Machine that plays recorded material
- play: To act as a character in a movie, or on stage
- ice: Frozen gas or liquid, esp. water
- playable: That can be played
- wear: To have clothes, glasses, shoes etc. on your body
- run: To depart or travel according to a schedule
- show: To be easily seen or displayed
- close: Almost; near
- level: Specific height of something
- boss: Person in charge of you at work
- move: To cause someone to have certain emotions
- collect: By asking the receiver of a call to pay for it
- main: Most important; most often used
- underground: (Being or living) under the surface of the earth
- area: Amount of measured space
- jump: To attack someone suddenly
- corner: To force into a position impossible to escape from
- return: To hit something back to the other player or team
- desert: To leave a place for ever; abandon
- climb: To rise gradually and steadily to a higher point
- usual: Being the way things occur most of the time
- skate: Flat sea fish
- fact: Something that is known or proved to be true
- super: Of the highest quality; great; marvelous
- clip: A metal holder used for keeping things together
- appear: To be seen, become visible; come into sight
- control: A device designed to operate a machine
- similar: Nearly the same; alike
- base: Place military personnel live, train, and operate
- perform: To carry out an action well or successfully
- speed: How fast or slow something is or is done
- addition: Act of adding something; thing that is added
- suggest: To mention something that could be done; propose
- roll: Small, round piece of bread for one person to eat
- reach: To come to or arrive at a goal or destination
- battle: Military fight between armies
- access: Way to enter a place, e.g. a station or stadium
- creature: Animal of any type
- demo: Showing how something works (e.g. a new product)
- theme: An main or dominant idea, motif
- additional: Further or added
- simply: In an easy or clear manner
- bonus: Extra money for achieving, exceeding targets
- boost: To increase something; to make something better
- movement: Part of a piece of classical music
- lean: To balance against or on something for support
- feature: Special report in a magazine or paper
- slight: Small (amount, quality)
- pace: Rate of speed at which something moves or happens
- toad: Small amphibian animal very similar to a frog
- bubble: A small ball of air inside of a liquid
- scatter: To throw or move into various different directions
- spark: Small piece of burning material produced by fire
- trailer: Advertisement of short scenes from a movie
- grind: To break (coffee, etc.) into tiny bits with machine
- flipping: To turn your body in the air, as in gymnastics
- sequel: Story, movie etc. that follows another similar one
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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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Super Mario 3D World - E3 Gameplay Analysis (Secrets & Hidden Details)
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阿多賓 posted on 2013/07/14Ever wondered about the secrets hidden in Super Mario 3D World? This video dives deep into the E3 2013 gameplay, breaking down all the cool mechanics and power-ups, like that awesome Cat Suit! You'll pick up tons of new vocabulary and get a real feel for the game's cultural callbacks.
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