Vocabulary
- have to: Must do
- look at: To use your eyes to focus on something
- used to: Did regularly before, but don't do now
- to taste: Add an ingredient according to your preference.
- think of: To look on as (being something specific); consider
- got to: To arrive at some place
- in the world: Used to emphasize a question expressing surprise, confusion, or disbelief.
- as soon as: In a short time after (something happens)
- in the past: During a former period of time; previously.
- instead of: When one thing is replaced by another
- talking about: To discuss a particular topic.
- look to: Be looking to. be planning to (do something)
- show off: To show your ability/possessions to try to impress
- in fact: Used to emphasize the truth of a statement, especially one that contrasts with or contradicts something else.
- in the field: Working or doing research in a real-world environment, not in a classroom or laboratory.
- moment of truth: A critical point, especially in a difficult situation, when one's fate or success is determined.
- the moment of truth: The crucial time when the real outcome is decided.
- in love with: Feeling romantic love for someone.
- to let: Indicates that a property is available for rent.
- in the grip of: Under the strong influence or control of something.
- in need: Not having the necessary things, such as food
- going on: To continue doing something
- up there: In or to a higher place or position; far away.
- come back: To reply to someone, often forcefully
- put around: To spread a story or rumour.
- buy into: To come to accept an idea or believe in it
- laid back
- for example: As an illustration or instance.
- from the top: From the beginning.
- city center: The central part of a city, especially the main business or commercial area.
- heart and soul: With great enthusiasm and commitment.
- in the picture: Aware of what is happening; informed.
- come down to: To become in the end a matter of
- down to earth: Practical, realistic, and approachable.
- in the first place: To begin with; as the first point or consideration.
- in the clouds: Lost in thought; daydreaming or distracted.
- made to be: Destined or intended for a particular purpose or relationship.
- to God: Used to emphasize truth or sincerity.
- as a result of: Because of something; owing to.
- rise up: To attempt to defeat government or ruler
- back in the day: In the past; in former times.
- evidence of: Facts, objects, or signs that make you believe that something is true.
- work on: To devote effort to improve or develop something
- of course: Sure ; Certainly
- in the end: Finally; after a period of time or series of events.
- rather than: More exactly; more correctly
- in the middle of: In the central part or point of something.
- come along: To go with someone who takes the lead
- turn around: To change your body to the opposite direction
- set out: To arrange something in an orderly fashion
- inside of: Within; in the inner part of.
- break up
- based on: To use something as the foundation or starting point for something else.
- on the inside: Having a position of authority or influence within an organization or system.
- think about: To consider something carefully.
- at the moment: At this time; now
- on the go: Very busy and active.
- work in: To make an opening for something in your schedule
- to death: Extremely; to a great degree
- at the hands of: By the agency or through the actions of.
- check out
- work to do: Tasks or activities that need to be accomplished.
- in the meantime: During the time between two events; meanwhile.
- wait for: To wait until someone comes, or something happens
- get through: To arrive at the end of or finish something
- get lost: An impolite way of telling someone to go away.
- monkey business: Mischievous or deceitful behavior; trickery.
- feel sick: To experience a sensation of nausea or illness
- in the scene: Present at the location where something is happening or has happened.
- in a sense: In one way of thinking; to some extent; in some ways.
- down with: Suffering from an illness.
- drive away: To leave in a vehicle.
- in places: In some locations but not others
- symbol of: Something that represents or stands for something else, especially an object representing an abstract idea.
- get up in: To wake and leave bed at a particular time.
- at work: Located at one's place of employment
- stop working: To cease performing a task or function; to become non-operational.
- food: What people and animals eat to live
- beautiful: Having dome something well
- place: To put someone in a particular type of situation
- great: Very good; better than before
- work: The product of some artistic or literary endeavor
- pig: Animal that bacon, pork and ham come from
- kind: In a caring and helpful manner
- time: Speed at which music is played; tempo
- banana: Long curved yellow fruit with a white center
- world: All the humans, events, activities on the earth
- people: Persons sharing culture, country, background, etc.
- man: Humans in general, including male and female
- important: Having power or authority
- nose: Part of the face used for breathing and smelling
- city: Area with many buildings, roads and people
- cathedral: Large impressive main church in a particular area
- art: Creative skill using the imagination e.g. painting
- gold: Dark yellow color often seen in sunsets
- artist: A person skilled and creative in art e.g. painter
- fantastic: Strange or unusual in design or appearance
- century: Period of 100 years
- modern: Of the present time; up to date; contemporary
- build: Your physical shape; physique
- sort: To organize things by putting them into groups
- tram: Vehicle that runs on cables or rails
- violin: Wooden instrument with strings, played with a bow
- painting: A picture made with paint
- building: To establish e.g. a reputation, over time
- dish: Shallow container that you cook or serve food in
- theatre: Place where plays are seen
- taste: (Good) sense of style in clothes, art, or manners
- design: To plan in a particular way to fulfill a purpose
- cabbage: Round green vegetable with tightly packed leaves
- region: Part of a country, of the world, area, etc.
- smell: To have a particular odor
- northern: In or toward the north
- temple: A flat area on the side of the forehead
- palace: Official home of a ruler, such as a king or queen
- sense: Certain mental feeling or emotion
- absolutely: Completely; totally; very
- incredible: Very good; amazing
- flavour: Taste of something, especially in food or drink
- amazing: Surprising in a pleasing way
- remind: To cause someone to remember what they forgot
- shape: The outer form of something, what it looks like
- image: Picture, sculpture or painting of something
- movement: Part of a piece of classical music
- classic: Having a simple, basic design or style
- heaven: Place or feeling of great happiness
- elegant: Having or showing grace, style or beauty
- weird: Odd or unusual; surprising; strange
- grand: A counter for 1000 of something
- radical: Person who believes in extreme political change
- chapel: Room to hold religious services
- masterpiece: Greatest work, e.g. of a famous artist
- fresco: Picture painted over wet plaster, e.g. on a wall
- saffron: Bright orange-red colored flower
- quarry: Large pit in the earth where stone is mined
- mellow: Being completely relaxed and calm
- risotto: Rice cooked with broth and sprinkled with cheese
- del: To remove or erase something, especially digital data.
- partisan: Resistance fighters in World War II
- hearty: (Of emotions) warm and sincere
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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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VoiceTube posted on 2013/02/25Ever wondered about the secrets behind traditional polenta or the artistry of Stradivari violins? This video dives deep into the culinary heritage and craftsmanship of Italy's Lombardy region, perfect for boosting your vocabulary with practical, cultural insights!
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