Vocabulary
- in fact: Used to emphasize the truth of a statement, especially one that contrasts with or contradicts something else.
- in time: Eventually; after a period of time.
- rather than: More exactly; more correctly
- in mind: Being aware of or considering something.
- finish with: To end a relationship
- on the deck: Situated on the flat surface or floor of a ship or boat.
- along with: In addition to; together with.
- shower down: To fall heavily like rain or other things from the sky.
- soak up: To absorb; to become filled with (something)
- in the way: Obstructing someone or something; hindering progress.
- on the road: Traveling, especially as part of a tour or journey.
- home in: Move or direct toward a specific target or goal.
- on earth: Used to emphasize a question expressing surprise or anger.
- on the ground: Located on the surface of the earth.
- much about: A lot of information or knowledge concerning something.
- to date: Up to the present time; until now.
- used to: Did regularly before, but don't do now
- look to: Be looking to. be planning to (do something)
- with it: Intelligent, alert, and up-to-date.
- boat ride: A trip on a boat for pleasure.
- experience in: Knowledge or skill gained from doing something for a period of time.
- at its peak: At the highest point of achievement, intensity, or development.
- care of: Used in an address to indicate the person who will receive the mail for someone else.
- in favor of: Expressing support or approval for someone or something.
- to do with: To be about something; concern
- for rent: Available to be rented or leased.
- feel for: To have sympathy for someone; to empathize with someone's situation.
- for life: For the duration of one's life; permanently.
- take it easy
- on a daily basis: Happening every day.
- outside of: Located or situated beyond the boundaries or confines of something.
- on to: Toward something; forward
- laid back
- in plenty: In large amount; more than enough.
- settle in: To become comfortable in a new place or situation.
- off the beaten path: In a place where few people go; not well known.
- bring out: To formally introduce a girl/ woman to society
- in itself: Considered alone or without reference to anything else; intrinsically.
- ancient: Very old; having lived a very long time ago
- guide: To help or advise someone about something
- tour: To travel to several places to perform a show
- tourist: Someone who travels to a place for pleasure
- shower: Device producing falling water for cleaning
- town: Small city
- phone: To talk to someone using a telephone
- island: Area of land that is surrounded by water
- ferry: Passenger boat on a regular schedule
- boat: Small form of transport for traveling on water
- beach: Large area of sand, next to an area of water
- greek: Concerning the culture and people of Greece
- volcano: Mountain through which hot liquid earth can erupt
- temple: A flat area on the side of the forehead
- sea: Very large group of people, similar-looking things
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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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