Vocabulary
- in fact: Used to emphasize the truth of a statement, especially one that contrasts with or contradicts something else.
- check out
- to let: Indicates that a property is available for rent.
- go out: To leave a building (e.g. a house)
- on a daily basis: Happening every day.
- sick and tired: Fed up with or annoyed by something.
- slow down: To reduce the speed
- have to: Must do
- for long: For a considerable period of time.
- count on: To depend on someone
- pick up on: To notice or become aware of something that is not obvious.
- of course: Sure ; Certainly
- in times: During periods or moments of.
- by nature: Inherently; by one's character or disposition.
- at once: Immediately; without delay
- warm up: To gently exercise muscles before doing sport
- for someone: On behalf of or intended for a particular person.
- look for: To try to find a thing or person that is lost
- luck out: To be unexpectedly lucky
- out there: In or to a place that is far away
- set up
- constantly: Frequently, or without pause
- eventually: After a long time; after many attempts; in the end
- incredibly: To a great degree; very; amazingly
- present: Being in attendance; being there; having turned up
- introvert: Person who does not like social contact
- demonstrate: To display a feeling or ability openly
- effort: Amount of work used trying to do something
- adrenaline: Chemical in the body that responds to stress, fear
- matter: To be of great importance; to count
- tend: To move or act in a certain manner
- practical: Relating to what is sensible, real or useful
- expect: To believe something is probably going to happen
- priority: Thing that is more important/urgent than others
- unique: Unlike other things; being the only one like it
- stress: To emphasize one or more parts of a word, sentence
- relationship: Connection between two or more people or things
- keen: Being eager or excited for something to happen
- mysterious: Unusual; hard to understand or work out
- absorb: To take up all attention / energy of something
- deal: To cope with something - usually troubles
- stir: To arouse (attention or interest)
- grant: To admit an opinion is true but not fully agreeing
- responsible: Being the cause of something that has occurred
- distance: Lack of friendliness toward another person
- pace: Rate of speed at which something moves or happens
- excitement: When people feel very happy and enthusiastic
- provide: To make available; to supply for use
- dedication: Addressing book, song to someone to show respect
- stage: To organize an event to gain public interest
- complicate: To make more difficult to do, understand or use
- excel: To perform an activity better than others
- notice: To become aware by sight, touch, or hearing
- storm: To act violently or angrily
- fact: Something that is known or proved to be true
- prefer: To like something better than something else
- haul: To pull or drag something heavy (e.g. boat)
- information: Collection of facts and details about something
- learn: To get knowledge or skills by study or experience
- unwind: To reverse something that has been twisted/turned
- catch: Amount of something that has been caught
- stand: To be a candidate in an election
- wrong: Action that is harmful, unjust or illegal
- earnest: Serious; determined; not light-hearted
- overlook: To look down on; be able to see from
- refresh: To refill a person's glass with a drink
- tired: Without energy so you want to rest or fall asleep
- methodical: Done in an organized and thorough way
- unsure: Lacking confidence or certainty
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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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5 Reasons Why Introverts Make Great Relationship Partners
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jasmine posted on 2019/06/03Ever wondered if dating an introvert is different? This video spills the tea on why introverts actually make amazing relationship partners, highlighting their skills as great listeners and committed partners! You'll pick up some fantastic phrases for discussing relationships and learn practical tips that are perfect for everyday conversations.
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