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.

Wednesday, December 11, 2013

HOLD YOUR HORSES

If you are asked to hold your horses, it means that you should wait.

Ruby: Come on! Let's go!
Michelle: Hold your horses. I'm coming in a minute.

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Tuesday, December 3, 2013

DRIVE YOU UP THE WALL

If someone or something drives you up the wall, it makes you very angry or  frustrated.

Mike: Louis is always late. Waiting for him drives me up the wall! 




                                                                           image courtesy of dreams time.com