Vocabulary
- used to: Did regularly before, but don't do now
- as long as: For the period that; provided that.
- at the end of the day: Ultimately; when everything else is considered.
- of course: Sure ; Certainly
- in a while: In a short period of time; soon.
- instead of: When one thing is replaced by another
- high expectations: A strong belief that something will happen or be the case in the future; a high degree of anticipation.
- no matter: Regardless of; it does not matter.
- have to: Must do
- to let: Indicates that a property is available for rent.
- for sure: Definitely; certainly; without a doubt.
- as of right: By lawful entitlement or established right.
- in touch: Having contact or communication with someone.
- for myself: Done for one's own benefit or use.
- to the point: Expressing something directly and without unnecessary detail.
- all the things: Everything; all items or aspects
- in on: To be involved in a secret or plan.
- hone in: To focus attention on something; to direct effort towards a specific goal.
- chip away: To gradually make something weaker or smaller.
- care of: Used in an address to indicate the person who will receive the mail for someone else.
- grow up: To develop from a child into an adult
- once in a while: Occasionally; not very often.
- reflect on: To think deeply or carefully about something.
- out there: In or to a place that is far away
- in with: Fashionable or popular at the moment.
- come together: To assemble or unite; to start working together.
- right in front: Directly ahead; in a position immediately before someone or something.
- do your best: To try as hard as you can; put in maximum effort.
- first three: The initial three items or elements in a series or sequence.
- on cloud nine
- rock bottom: The lowest possible level or point.
- itching to: Desperate (to do something)
- allow me: A polite way of offering to do something for someone.
- make for: To go to or toward something/someone for a reason
- much about: A lot of information or knowledge concerning something.
- going on: To continue doing something
- near and dear: Very important and loved; cherished.
- make time for: To schedule time for a specific activity or person.
- talking about: To discuss a particular topic.
- regardless of
- for example: As an illustration or instance.
- back into: To drive a vehicle backwards into a space or area.
- bring back: To cause to remember
- get out of: To leave or escape responsibilities, troubles
- certain foods: Specific types of food, often referring to those with particular characteristics or effects.
- for the most part: Generally; mostly; on the whole.
- talk about it: To discuss a particular subject.
- work on: To devote effort to improve or develop something
- on to: Toward something; forward
- move on: To decide to change or go to a different place
- in return: As a reciprocal action or gesture; in exchange or repayment.
- as with: In the same way that something happens or is true of something else.
- sense of entitlement: The belief that one is inherently deserving of privileges or special treatment.
- stick around: To remain in place; not leave or go
- shut up: To close something, e.g. a shop
- tune out: To stop paying attention to something; ignore
- all at once: Suddenly; at the same time
- at once: Immediately; without delay
- one up: In a better or more advantageous position.
- thumbs up: A gesture of approval or agreement, indicated by holding a fist with the thumb extended upwards.
- come around: To eventually change your opinion or be persuaded to agree with someone else's.
- struggle: To try very hard to do something difficult
- awesome: Great; wonderful; stupendous
- deserve: To be worthy of, e.g. getting praise or attention
- embrace: Act of holding someone closely
- matter: To be of great importance; to count
- practice: The office and place for legal or medical work
- expect: To believe something is probably going to happen
- curious: Wanting to know more about something
- amount: Quantity of something
- version: Different way that someone interprets something
- gut: To destroy the inside of a building , e.g. by fire
- reflect: To indicate or be a sign of something
- endure: To last for a long time; continue to exist
- craft: To make by hand and with much skill
- physically: In a manner related to the body
- principle: Moral rule or belief governing a person's behavior
- chase: Act of going after someone to catch them
- curiosity: Something unusual and perhaps worthy of collecting
- reflection: Sign or indication of a state or condition
- temporary: Continuing for a limited time; not permanent
- mentally: With or in the mind and thoughts
- accept: To agree to receive or take something offered
- hone: To improve or perfect (abilities or skills)
- gain: To increase in something, such as weight
- social: Involving activity with people, e.g. in free time
- internal: Being or happening in the body
- totally: In a complete way; completely; absolutely
- haven: Place where people can feel safe and happy
- persistence: Determination to keep doing even if it is hard
- important: Having power or authority
- channel: Long hole dug in the ground, e.g. to move water
- attach: To be associated or connected with
- breathe: To move air into and out of your lungs
- learn: To get knowledge or skills by study or experience
- lot: What happens to a person in life from chance; fate
- sponsor: Person that supports the passage of a new law
- point: An item to be discussed
- own: To have something as your property
- bring: To take or go with someone to a place
- chip: To break a small piece off something such as a cup
- pouch: Pocket; a folded area that holds something
- person: Man, woman or child
- perfect: So good it cannot be improved
- skinny: Too thin; very lean
- kit: Set, collection of tools, supplies, for a purpose
- buddhist: Someone who follows the teachings of Buddha
- hug: To hold someone in your arms as sign of affection
- hydration: Process of supplying or adding water to
- skincare: Products designed to nourish the skin
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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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26 Life Lessons I Learned at 26 | Letting go, giving back, self care
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張兆毅 posted on 2019/09/06Feeling a bit lost in your twenties? This video shares 26 practical life lessons on letting go, self-care, and finding your way, perfect for building confidence and understanding yourself better. You'll pick up everyday phrases and gain insights into personal growth that you can use right away!
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