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, September 9, 2015

All Bark And No Bite

If you are "all bark and no bite," you are threatening and aggressive but unwilling to engage in a fight or follow through with your threats.

Example: The manager always threatens to fire Alex; however, he will never actually do it. He is all bark and no bite.
Dog growling

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