Vocabulary
- going on: To continue doing something
- as soon as: In a short time after (something happens)
- back into: To drive a vehicle backwards into a space or area.
- for some reason: For a reason that is not known or not easily explained.
- pissed off: Angry or annoyed.
- cast on: To create the first row of stitches in knitting.
- in on: To be involved in a secret or plan.
- on the news: Reported or broadcasted as part of a news program.
- turn on
- to do with: To be about something; concern
- around the world: In or to many countries.
- at the same time: Simultaneously; at the identical moment.
- same time: Occurring simultaneously or at the same point in time.
- of course: Sure ; Certainly
- revolve around: To have something as a main subject or purpose.
- stuff: Generic description for things, materials, objects
- perceive: To notice or become aware of something
- assume: To act in a false manner to mislead others
- eventually: After a long time; after many attempts; in the end
- ultimate: Basic; original; most significant
- grab: To take and hold something quickly
- tend: To move or act in a certain manner
- effective: Working efficiently to produce a desired result
- priority: Thing that is more important/urgent than others
- humble: Being lower in quality or status
- toss: To throw something into the air, e.g. casually
- simply: In an easy or clear manner
- cast: People who appear in a play or movie
- favor: Support or approval from people
- reason: To think and make conclusions in a logical manner
- guess: To give an answer without knowing if it is correct
- sympathetic: Feeling favorable to something; wanting to support
- project: To predict what will happen in the future
- mind: To be bothered or upset by something
- fake: Not real; made to look like something real
- excuse: To allow someone not to do (jury service, etc.)
- apologize: To say sorry because of a mistake or injury
- mercy: Kind instead of harsh treatment of someone
- wild: In a manner which lacks control
- disturb: To cause someone anxiety or fear
- control: A device designed to operate a machine
- lot: What happens to a person in life from chance; fate
- ignorant: Lacking knowledge, awareness or information
- college: School or educational institution for adults
- handle: To cope with or take responsibility for
- person: Man, woman or child
- turn: To become (a particular age)
- possibly: May be true or likely, but is uncertain
- carriage: Vehicle on wheels, usually pulled by a horse
- quick: Using very little time; moving far in little time
- elevator: Machine that carries people between floors
- loud: Being very bright with colors, clothes etc.
- revolve: To move something in a circular motion
- dorm: College building with rooms that students live in
- burn: To destroy with fire
- start: First time or place that a thing exists; beginning
- yell: A sudden loud cry or shout
- cancer: Any growth caused by abnormal cell division
- impatient: Not wanting to wait; getting angry over problems
- subway: Train system running under the ground in a city
- freakin: Used to emphasize what is being said, or to express anger
- yah: Another way of saying 'yes'
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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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Amy.Lin posted on 2018/08/22Ever judged a book by its cover? This video shares a hilarious college anecdote about assumptions and empathy, inspired by Stephen Covey's '7 Habits'! You'll pick up practical phrases for daily social situations and learn how to avoid quick judgments in everyday conversations.
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