Vocabulary
- in fact: Used to emphasize the truth of a statement, especially one that contrasts with or contradicts something else.
- think of: To look on as (being something specific); consider
- behind the scenes: Secretly or without being known to the public.
- after all: In spite of what was expected; used to introduce a statement that supports a previous statement or explains why it was made
- also known as: Also called; alternatively named.
- as a gift: Given without expectation of payment; a present.
- whole nine yards: Everything possible or available; the whole thing.
- used to: Did regularly before, but don't do now
- in theaters: Currently showing at movie theaters.
- for free: Without charge; at no cost.
- for best: An expression meaning ‘it is better to’ or ‘to do something for the best outcome’.
- still waters run deep: Quiet people often have deep, complex thoughts or feelings.
- run deep: To be strongly felt or held; to be deeply rooted or ingrained.
- swim in: To move through water by using your arms and legs.
- talking about: To discuss a particular topic.
- along with: In addition to; together with.
- as long as: For the period that; provided that.
- in real life: In the physical world; not online or in a fictional setting.
- despite the fact: In spite of; notwithstanding.
- fall for: To be deceived or tricked by someone
- in love with: Feeling romantic love for someone.
- with the exception of: Excluding; not including.
- on the other side of: Located across something from a given point.
- at one time or another: Occasionally or sometime during life or a period.
- across the hall: In a position on the opposite side of a hallway.
- in with: Fashionable or popular at the moment.
- for the main: Intended for the primary or main person or thing.
- check out
- subscribe: To regularly pay to receive a service
- episode: One separate event in a series of events
- eventually: After a long time; after many attempts; in the end
- iconic: Being widely recognized as a symbol of something
- realize: To become aware of or understand mentally
- fancy: To want to have or do something; feel like
- amount: Quantity of something
- relationship: Connection between two or more people or things
- initial: First letter of your given name
- bet: To gamble money to win more money, e.g. on horses
- conduct: Your behavior
- establish: To set or create something to last for a long time
- mean: Average of a set of numbers
- series: Set of stories or articles on a particular subject
- appearance: The way a person looks to others
- cast: People who appear in a play or movie
- integral: Being an essential part of something; necessary
- expand: To make something larger in size, number, amount
- temporarily: For a limited amount of time
- equal: Same in shape, size, or number
- film: Thin layer that covers something
- memorable: Worthy of being remembered; striking; outstanding
- guess: To give an answer without knowing if it is correct
- theme: An main or dominant idea, motif
- allegedly: According to what has been alleged
- eccentric: Out of the ordinary; acting unusually or oddly
- original: Being first made, thought or performed; fresh
- debut: First performance, appearance, e.g. of opera star
- place: To put someone in a particular type of situation
- fact: Something that is known or proved to be true
- chemistry: The study of the structure of substances
- fountain: Structure out of which a jet of water comes
- confirm: To formally approve or check something
- decide: To make a choice or choose after thinking about it
- exterior: Outside layer or surface
- prop: Moveable item used on the set of a theater/film
- find: To become aware of something that is happening
- statue: Stone or metal image of a person, often carved
- interesting: Taking your attention; making you want to know
- season: One of Spring, Summer, Autumn (Fall) and Winter
- life: All the living things e.g. animals, plants, humans
- famous: Excellent
- live: To be alive
- belong: To be a welcomed as a new member of a group
- residence: Place where a person lives
- commemorate: To celebrate the memory of someone or some event
- crane: Water bird characterized by its long neck and legs
- periphery: Far edge of something
- arc: Smoothly curving line or movement
- romance: To court someone into a love relationship
- daisy: Small, white flower that has a yellow center
- mojo: Magic power or magic spell
- storyline: The plot of a book or play or film
- casa: Spanish a house or dwelling
- emmy: Annual award for achievements in US TV
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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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Anita Lin posted on 2018/01/30Did you know that the iconic coffee shop in Friends was almost a completely different place? Dive into the top 10 surprising behind-the-scenes secrets of your favorite show and pick up some fun cultural insights along the way!
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