Example: Jason is the black sheep in the family. While his older brother became a doctor like their father, Jason is trying to make it as a rock star.
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Sunday, November 17, 2013
A BLACK SHEEP
We often say someone is a "black sheep," if he or she is the odd or disreputable member of a group (usually in a family).
Example: Jason is the black sheep in the family. While his older brother became a doctor like their father, Jason is trying to make it as a rock star.
Example: Jason is the black sheep in the family. While his older brother became a doctor like their father, Jason is trying to make it as a rock star.
The English Language Institute (ELI) offers an exciting and innovative academic program for students learning English as a second language. Our course of study is designed to challenge and engage students. Students are immersed in the language, culture, and the ethnicity of New York City.
Saturday, November 9, 2013
WOLF DOWN
When you wolf your food down, you devour it voraciously - eat it quickly and without manners.
Example: After the long hike, he was so hungry that he wolfed his dinner down.
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Example: After the long hike, he was so hungry that he wolfed his dinner down.
image courtesy of dreamstime.com
The English Language Institute (ELI) offers an exciting and innovative academic program for students learning English as a second language. Our course of study is designed to challenge and engage students. Students are immersed in the language, culture, and the ethnicity of New York City.
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