When you “give someone the benefit of the doubt,” you believe them even though they can not prove anything.
Example: During their discussion, Susan gave Kristen the benefit of the doubt, and assumed she was right.
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Saturday, February 24, 2018
To Give The Benefit of The Doubt
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, February 16, 2018
Live and Learn
When you say “live and learn,” you are saying that you made a mistake and will learn from it.
Example: While baking her brother a birthday cake, Kelsey used baking powder instead of baking soda and ruined the cake. Live and learn!
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Example: While baking her brother a birthday cake, Kelsey used baking powder instead of baking soda and ruined the cake. Live and learn!
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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, February 9, 2018
Under the Weather
When you feel “under the weather,” you feel sick.
Example: Yesterday, Susie felt a little under the weather. She went to the doctor the next day and found out she caught the flu!
Example: Yesterday, Susie felt a little under the weather. She went to the doctor the next day and found out she caught the flu!
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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, February 3, 2018
To Get Bent Out of Shape
When you “get bent out of shape,” you get upset.
Example: Alyssa got all bent out of shape after she failed her English test.
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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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