Vocabulary
- in other words: Stating something in a different way, often to make it clearer or more understandable.
- above all: Most importantly; more than anything else.
- on top of that: In addition to something already mentioned; furthermore.
- thanks to: Because of; as a result of.
- on the other hand : Considering a different aspect of the matter; alternatively.
- for example: As an illustration or instance.
- on the surface: Appearing to be true or real until examined more closely.
- of a sudden: Quickly and unexpectedly; suddenly.
- come from: To have as your native country or city
- to do with: To be about something; concern
- factor in: To include something as an important element when making a decision or calculation.
- in turn: One after the other in a sequence or rotation.
- often seen: Frequently observed; commonly encountered.
- lose face: To be humiliated or to lose the respect of others.
- rather than: More exactly; more correctly
- or simply: Alternatively; in a more straightforward way.
- charge up: To put electricity into a battery
- opening up: Revealing one's thoughts and feelings; becoming more communicative.
- share in: To participate in something; to have a part or interest in something.
- in exchange for: Given or done as an equivalent or substitute for.
- federal funding: Financial assistance provided by the federal government to support various projects, programs, or organizations.
- in total: Completely; with everything added together.
- at the same time: Simultaneously; at the identical moment.
- same time: Occurring simultaneously or at the same point in time.
- set up
- at times: Sometimes; occasionally.
- take out: To apply for and get a license
- in case of: If something happens; in the event of.
- weird: Odd or unusual; surprising; strange
- eventually: After a long time; after many attempts; in the end
- perception: Way in which one sees or understands something
- massive: Very big; large; too big
- access: Way to enter a place, e.g. a station or stadium
- opportunity: Time, situation when a thing might be done; chance
- description: Explanation of what something is like, looks like
- immediately: Without any delay; straight away
- tend: To move or act in a certain manner
- revenue: Money that is made by or paid to a business
- advantage: Thing making the chance of success higher
- stress: To emphasize one or more parts of a word, sentence
- trial: Hearing and judgment of a case in court
- influence: To affect or change something indirectly
- field: Area of study, such as physics or biology
- recession: Act of moving backward gradually
- avoid: To prevent from happening
- state: Region within a country, with its own government
- federal: Consisting of several united states
- private: Being away from others and quiet
- effect: An advantage, benefit
- aid: To help others and provide things
- propaganda: (Use of) message that you want people to accept
- create: To make, cause, or bring into existence
- subject: The person, thing, or idea that is being discussed, described, or studied.
- scrutiny: Careful examination, as to see rules are followed
- lead: Wire for electricity, computer, etc.; cable
- economy: Using money, resources in a careful, effective way
- trade: A specific industry, e.g. shoe making
- social: Involving activity with people, e.g. in free time
- tuition: Money that is paid for lessons
- receive: To get something someone has given or sent to you
- foreign: Being of a different place or country
- leave: To go away from; depart
- league: Group of people, countries with a common goal
- allow: To admit the validity or truth of something
- government: Group of people and system that rule a nation
- language: Words or signs used to communicate messages
- sudden: Happening or done quickly or unexpectedly
- discriminate: To distinguish the differences between things
- diploma: Document certifying graduation
- entrance: A place where you enter a house or other building
- espionage: Act of spying
- insurmountable: (Of difficulties) impossible to deal with
- subsidy: Money paid to keep the cost or price affordable
- maternity: For or relating to the time of having a baby
- socialize: To spend time with people; go out and make friends
- economically: In an efficient manner
- ivy: Climbing plant growing up walls of buildings
- feeder: Device that supplies food to animals
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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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Why So Many Chinese Students Come to America
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王語萱 posted on 2019/09/13Ever wondered why so many Chinese students choose to study in the US? This video dives deep into the Gaokao, admissions pressure, and how universities fund themselves, giving you a fascinating look at the world of international education. You'll pick up advanced vocabulary and gain cultural insights that go way beyond the headlines!
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