Author Archives: Dr. Jeff McQuillan

Speak English Mini: What Does “To Be Hit On” Mean?

Posted on Tuesday - November 16, 2021 by Dr. Jeff McQuillan

Looking for a FAST, easy way to improve your English? Join 15 million people who’ve learned English from ESLPod.com. Get more than 1,800 + lessons in our Unlimited English membership. For more on “to be hit on,” see our Daily … Continue reading →

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What Does “Long Weekend” Mean?

Posted on Wednesday - November 10, 2021 by Dr. Jeff McQuillan

For more on “long weekend,” see our Daily English # 137 – Meeting an Out of Town Friend. Looking for a FAST, easy way to improve your English? Join 15 million people who’ve learned English from ESLPod.com. Get more than … Continue reading →

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Speak English Mini: What Does “In the Back of One’s Mind” Mean?

Posted on Tuesday - November 9, 2021 by Dr. Jeff McQuillan

For more on “in the back of someone’s mind,” see our Daily English # 117 – Impressions of LA. Looking for a FAST, easy way to improve your English? Join 15 million people who’ve learned English from ESLPod.com. Get more … Continue reading →

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What Does “Had it Up to Here” Mean?

Posted on Wednesday - November 3, 2021 by Dr. Jeff McQuillan

For more on “had it up to here,” see our Daily English # 106 – High School Jobs. Looking for a FAST, easy way to improve your English? Join 15 million people who’ve learned English from ESLPod.com. Get more than … Continue reading →

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Speak English Mini: What Does “To Work Up the Nerve” Mean?

Posted on Tuesday - November 2, 2021 by Dr. Jeff McQuillan

For more on “to work up the nerve,” see our Daily English # 108 – Asking Someone Out. Looking for a FAST, easy way to improve your English? Join 15 million people who’ve learned English from ESLPod.com. Choose from more … Continue reading →

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What Does “Faint of Heart” Mean?

Posted on Wednesday - October 27, 2021 by Dr. Jeff McQuillan

Listen to Daily English #105 – Driving Directions for more on “faint of heart.” Looking for an easy, convenient way to improve your English? Try our new “Speak English with ESLPod” podcast subscription on Apple Podcasts. ~Jeff P.S. Get two … Continue reading →

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Speak English Mini: “To Catch Someone In the Act”

Posted on Tuesday - October 26, 2021 by Dr. Jeff McQuillan

For more on “to catch someone in the act,” see our Daily English # 108 – Asking Someone Out. Looking for a FAST, easy way to improve your English? Join 15 million people who’ve learned English from ESLPod.com. Get more … Continue reading →

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Headline English: Facebook, “Deepfake” Videos, Donald Trump, and Parody

Posted on Thursday - October 21, 2021 by Dr. Jeff McQuillan

This edition of Headline English explains a headline from last year’s Los Angeles Times: Facebook bans ‘deepfake’ videos before election, but policy doesn’t cover parody or satire Watch and enjoy! ~Jeff P.S. Get two months free access to all 1800+ … Continue reading →

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What Does “ASAP” Mean?

Posted on Wednesday - October 20, 2021 by Dr. Jeff McQuillan

For more on ASAP, see our Daily English # 135 – Scheduling a Meeting. Looking for a FAST, easy way to improve your English? Join 15 million people who’ve learned English from ESLPod.com. Get more than 1,800 lessons in our … Continue reading →

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Speak English Mini: To Bolt

Posted on Tuesday - October 19, 2021 by Dr. Jeff McQuillan

Find out the meaning of this common verb, “to bolt,” in this short video. Looking for an easy, convenient way to improve your English? Try our new “Speak English with ESLPod.com” podcast subscription on Apple Podcasts. OR sign up on … Continue reading →

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