Vocabulary
- have to: Must do
- got to: To arrive at some place
- around the world: In or to many countries.
- do in: To make completely tired out and exhausted
- for example: As an illustration or instance.
- in the world: Used to emphasize a question expressing surprise, confusion, or disbelief.
- call on: To order or ask someone to do a specific activity
- at least: As a minimum
- over time: Gradually; as time passes.
- regardless of
- look at: To use your eyes to focus on something
- bring about: To cause to happen
- think about: To consider something carefully.
- deal with
- such as: For example; like
- as well as: Also; in addition to
- in a while: In a short period of time; soon.
- once in a while: Occasionally; not very often.
- used to: Did regularly before, but don't do now
- for the better: Resulting in improvement; to a more favorable condition.
- work together: To collaborate or cooperate with others to achieve a common goal.
- in school: Attending an educational institution.
- inside of: Within; in the inner part of.
- of course: Sure ; Certainly
- look back: To think about past events
- to let: Indicates that a property is available for rent.
- set up
- as we know it: In the form or way commonly understood or accepted.
- lie in: To stay in bed later than usual in the morning.
- without further ado: Without unnecessary delay or introduction; immediately.
- to a man: Every single person involved without exception.
- of the century: The most notable or important in a hundred-year period.
- along with: In addition to; together with.
- for too long: For an excessively extended period.
- at home: In one's own residence or country.
- follow through: To fulfill a promise
- on earth: Used to emphasize a question expressing surprise or anger.
- make up: To invent or create a story
- turn to: To go to someone for help, advice, or information.
- as one: Acting or moving together at the same time.
- of age: Having reached the legal age of adulthood.
- in business: Actively operating as a commercial enterprise.
- close by: Near in distance; nearby.
- keep the peace: To maintain order and prevent conflict or disturbance.
- stand up for: To support someone or an idea, e.g. human rights
- allow for: To take into consideration
- in peace: In a state of tranquility, without disturbance or conflict.
- things change: Circumstances or situations do not remain constant; they evolve or transform over time.
- think back: To recapture the past
- as opposed to: In contrast to; rather than.
- see through: To realize the truth about
- instead of: When one thing is replaced by another
- arrive at: To reach a place, especially at the end of a journey.
- break out
- in part: To some extent; partially.
- from a distance: Not close; far away.
- in the middle of: In the central part or point of something.
- hold on: To wait for someone (e.g. on a phone call)
- work in: To make an opening for something in your schedule
- going on: To continue doing something
- with it: Intelligent, alert, and up-to-date.
- step back: To move backwards; to move away from something.
- very top: The highest point or part of something.
- care for: To want or desire a thing
- threat to: A person or thing likely to cause damage or danger.
- opening up: Revealing one's thoughts and feelings; becoming more communicative.
- on the other hand : Considering a different aspect of the matter; alternatively.
- meet with: To have a meeting with someone in order to discuss something.
- ride over: To successfully pass over an obstacle or rough terrain while riding.
- just kind of: Used to express a feeling or state in a vague or hesitant way.
- in charge: To be responsible for
- intellectual property: Creations of the mind, such as inventions; literary and artistic works; designs; and symbols, names and images used in commerce.
- wake up: To stop sleeping
- speak out: To express your opinion frankly and publicly, especially about something that you disagree with.
- disagree with: To have a different opinion from someone else.
- halfway there: Having completed half of the required distance or task; making good progress.
- in terms of
- go ahead: To start an activity; start doing, working etc.
- in the past: During a former period of time; previously.
- reach out: To attempt to communicate with someone.
- in the end: Finally; after a period of time or series of events.
- grow up: To develop from a child into an adult
- in the future: At a later time; in times to come.
- work at: To have a job at a particular place or organization.
- speak to: To address or communicate with someone.
- on television: Appearing or broadcast on TV.
- back then: At that time in the past.
- people: Persons sharing culture, country, background, etc.
- applause: The sound made by clapping a performance or speech
- world: All the humans, events, activities on the earth
- question: To ask for or try to get information
- important: Having power or authority
- change: To exchange one set of clothes for another
- conflict: Argument or struggle between two or more parties
- region: Part of a country, of the world, area, etc.
- part: Division of a book
- climate: Typical weather conditions in a particular place
- country: An area of land that is controlled by a government
- future: Time that is to come after the present
- president: Person in charge of a country, or organization
- economy: Using money, resources in a careful, effective way
- laughter: Action or sound of laughing
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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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President Obama Speaks at the Young Southeast Asian Leaders Initiative Town Hall
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richardwang posted on 2014/04/29President Obama visits Kuala Lumpur for the Young Southeast Asian Leaders Initiative Town Hall! He shares his personal connections to the region and explains why Southeast Asia is crucial to America's future, offering insights into global cooperation and leadership. You'll hear firsthand why young people are key to shaping the region's destiny and pick up some great vocabulary about international relations and development along the way!
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