Vocabulary
- in motion: Moving; not stationary.
- in the past: During a former period of time; previously.
- lead to: To result in some action
- around the world: In or to many countries.
- on the rocks: Served with ice cubes.
- outside of: Located or situated beyond the boundaries or confines of something.
- over time: Gradually; as time passes.
- set aside: To reject or throw away, e.g. an idea
- of interest: Relevant or important to someone or something.
- build a bridge: To construct a bridge, typically for transportation or connection.
- going on: To continue doing something
- have to: Must do
- put out: To publish, e.g. a book
- on the line: At risk; in a situation where something could be lost.
- back then: At that time in the past.
- make up: To invent or create a story
- in other words: Stating something in a different way, often to make it clearer or more understandable.
- in fact: Used to emphasize the truth of a statement, especially one that contrasts with or contradicts something else.
- talking about: To discuss a particular topic.
- of course: Sure ; Certainly
- go south: To travel or move towards the south.
- rein in: To control or limit something.
- think of: To look on as (being something specific); consider
- taken over: To gain control of (a company) from someone else
- in the meantime: During the time between two events; meanwhile.
- episode: One separate event in a series of events
- potential: Capable of happening or becoming reality
- crisis: Unstable situation of extreme danger or difficulty
- scale: Size, level, or amount when compared
- financial: Involving money
- debt: Sum of money owed to someone that is not yet paid
- regular: Having an equal amount of space or time in between
- security: Department in a company in charge of protection
- effect: An advantage, benefit
- burst: To move (arrive, exit, etc.) suddenly or hurriedly
- lurk: To hide somewhere, e.g. to do something wrong
- legit: As recognized by the law
- wreck: Car, plane, boat accident damaging the vehicle
- risk: To do something potentially dangerous or foolish
- lead: Wire for electricity, computer, etc.; cable
- investment: Something purchased hoping its value will increase
- device: Object, machine, or equipment for a specific use
- interest: Best or most advantageous thing for someone
- article: Word such as 'a', 'an', or 'the' used before nouns
- plunge: (Of prices, hopes etc.) to decrease very quickly
- economy: Using money, resources in a careful, effective way
- click: To work well with someone or something
- wealth: Amount of money or possessions you own, e.g. large
- complicate: To make more difficult to do, understand or use
- cliff: High, vertical or steep surface of rock or ice
- economic: Concerning trade, industry, and money
- system: Set of organized, planned ideas that work together
- motion: Suggestion at a meeting
- government: Group of people and system that rule a nation
- lot: What happens to a person in life from chance; fate
- boom: Very fast increase in growth or popularity
- traditional: Involved in a custom or event common to a people
- fail: To be unsuccessful in passing a class or exam
- trustworthy: Honest and reliable
- management: People who are in control of a business or group
- product: Item that can be bought
- reliance: State of being dependent on something for help
- bail: Money given to ensure prisoner returns to a court
- problem: Something difficult to deal with or causes trouble
- happen: To take place or occur
- people: Persons sharing culture, country, background, etc.
- politic: Careful what you say; diplomatic
- bailout: Giving money to help someone get out of debt
- domino: Flat rectangular blocks with spots used in a game
- good: Proper, appropriate or right
- rein: Control; limitation
- lever: A handle that one pulls to operate a machine
- potter: To spend time, e.g. gardening, without hurrying
- repay: To do in return for something done for you
- armageddon: Scene of the final battle at the end of the world
- schematic: Showing the main parts or ideas of in a simple way
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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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