CUNY - College of Staten Island - English Language Institute



CUNY - College of Staten Island: The English Language Institute (ELI) of the Center for Global Engagement has offered innovative academic programs for students learning English as a Second Language since the late 1970’s. Our course of study is designed to challenge and engage students. Students are immersed in the language, culture, and ethnicity of New York City. Classes range from beginner to the advanced level.

Monday, May 27, 2013

Eighty-Six

We say something is Eighty Six (86) when it is no longer available or when it needs to be thrown away.

In a restaurant, a chef to a waiter: "86 on the beef special. That went fast!"




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