Example: "The professor gave the students free rein during class time."
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Friday, June 23, 2017
To Give Someone Free Rein
when you "give someone free rein," you put few restrictions on their behavior.
Example: "The professor gave the students free rein during class time."
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Example: "The professor gave the students free rein during class time."
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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.
Saturday, June 17, 2017
To Set the Record Straight
When you "set the record straight," you correct false information.
Example: After Sharon told lies about her, Deborah decided she needed to set the record straight.
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Example: After Sharon told lies about her, Deborah decided she needed to set the record straight.
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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.
Friday, June 9, 2017
To Hold One's Tongue
When you "hold your tongue," you don't say anything and stay silent.
Example: Even though Justin insulted her, Rebecca held her tongue.
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Example: Even though Justin insulted her, Rebecca held her tongue.
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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.
Friday, June 2, 2017
Leap of Faith
When you take a "leap of faith," you believe in or attempt something that can't be proven it seems impossible.
Example: Even though Lucas has lied to Marta in the past, she decided to take a leap of faith and trust him again.
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Example: Even though Lucas has lied to Marta in the past, she decided to take a leap of faith and trust him again.
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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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