When you are "tickled pink," you are very happy about something.
Example: After Michael messages Lucy, she was tickled pink.
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Wednesday, November 23, 2016
Tickled pink
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.
Wednesday, November 16, 2016
Don't sweat it
When you tell someone " don't sweat it," you mean to say "don't worry about it."
Example: If you're going to be late today, don't sweat it! I heard that traffic is really bad.
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Example: If you're going to be late today, don't sweat it! I heard that traffic is really bad.
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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.
Wednesday, November 9, 2016
To see red
When someone "sees red," they are very angry.
After Jessica insulted her family, Lucy saw red.
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After Jessica insulted her family, Lucy saw red.
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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.
Tuesday, November 1, 2016
Call it a day
When you "call it a day," you stop doing an activity.
Example: After failing to sell any Girl Scout cookies, Kathleen decided to call it a day.
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Example: After failing to sell any Girl Scout cookies, Kathleen decided to call it a day.
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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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