11.

He's the salt of the earth.

1. She is a peach. He's a very good person.
She's sweet and helpful. 12.
2. She's worth her salt.
He's full of beans. She's a valuable employee.
He's not telling the truth. 13.
3. They're two peas in a pod.
It's not my cup of tea. If you see one you see the other.
I don't care for that. 14.
4. I'm nuts about you.
He's full of baloney. I'm in love with you.
He doesn't know what he's talking about. 15.
5. It's a piece of cake.
It's just sour grapes. It's quite simple.
They have resentment. 16.
6. You can't have your cake and eat it too.
That's corny. You can't use it and save it.
It's sentimental, old, and not funny anymore. 17.
7. He's a real ham.
I'm in a pickle. He's just an actor (a bad actor.)
I'm in a dilemma. 18.
8. It's a hard nut to crack.
He brings home the bacon. It's a difficult problem to solve.
He brings home the family money. 19.
9. Let's talk turkey.
She's in a stew. Let's talk seriously.
She's upset. 20.
10. He's a bad egg.
He's the top banana. He cannot be trusted.
He's the headman. 21.
We need to break the ice.
Everyone's a little tense - lets be friendly. 31.
22. I smell a rat.
We'll get a baker's dozen. Someone has betrayed us.
We'll get 13 items (one extra.) 32.
23. He's chicken-hearted.
He's got a finger in every pie. He has no courage.
He has many deals going. 33.
24. I could eat a horse.
You'll have to take potluck. I'm extremely hungry.
Be happy with what we have on hand. 34.
25. Please don't monkey around.
She's hard-boiled. Get serious and stop playing.
She makes tough deals. 35.
26. We'll kill two birds with one stone.
He's the apple of my eye. One solution solves two problems.
He's my favorite person. 36.
27. It's three miles as the crow flies.
He's a rotten egg. It's three miles going straight.
He is a thoroughly evil person. 37.
28. Don't cry wolf.
It's for the birds. Don't give a false alarm.
It's a crazy idea. 38.
29. It has dog-eared pages.
She eats like a bird. It's a well-used popular book.
She eats little or nothing. 39.
30. He's the underdog.
He's a wolf in sheep's clothing. He's not the favorite to win.
He's a bad guy pretending to be good. 40.
She's like a fish out of water.
She is not in her area of expertise.
41. Let's talk turkey.
You'll stir up a hornet's nest. Let's begin to talk seriously.
You'll cause a great deal of new problems. 52.
42. Don't let the cat out of the bag.
Don't let him get your goat. Don't tell our secret.
Don't let him get you upset. 53.
43. Those are crocodile tears.
Don't make a mountain out of a molehill. Those are false tears.
Don't make big of something insignificant. 54.
44. He's a card shark.
They are packed like sardines. He is a professional card player.
There is absolutely no room for even one more. 55.
45. We had a whale of a time.
We got a bird's eye view. We had a great time.
We had a very good viewpoint from on high. 56.
46. He drinks like a fish.
We're on a wild-goose chase. He is a heavy alcohol drinker.
We were chasing something that didn't exist. 57.
47. I've got a frog in my throat.
It's raining cats and dogs. I need to clear my throat in order to talk right.
It is the heaviest rain I have ever seen. 58.
48. He rolled snake eyes.
It's just monkey business. His dice had two ones.
The business is either his own business or fake. 59.
49. She's pig-headed.
He'll weasel out. She is very stubborn.
He'll back out of all agreements. 60.
50. It sounds fishy.
She'll go ape. It doesn't sound like it's true.
She'll become very upset. 61.
51. Don't make a hog of yourself.
Don't take more than your share. 71.
62. She's got her head in the clouds.
Quit horsing around. Her ideas are not practical.
Stop being silly and get serious. 72.
63. She's levelheaded.
He's a rat. She's always has good practical ideas.
He is not to be trusted. 73.
I've got a lump in my throat.
I am emotionally involved and distressed.
74.
64. You'd better save your neck.
He ratted on me. You must survive this situation.
He informed others about my secrets. 75.
65. You better turn the other cheek.
She is a stool pigeon. Don't let what they say bother you!
She informs on everybody. 76.
66. Just swallow your pride.
I can't make heads or tails of it. Forget your pride and solve the problem.
I can't understand what you are talking about. 77.
67. My lips are sealed.
She's no spring chicken. I will never reveal the secret.
She is a tough old lady. 78.
68. It's a slap in the face.
She lost her head. That is an insult.
She did something crazy. 79.
69. You can talk until you're blue in the face.
He can't keep his head above water. They aren't listening to you.
He's too busy with many things. 80.
70. You must face the music.
That's just off the top of my head. Admit your error - solve it and go on.
Here's an idea without too much thought. 81.
She's got a big mouth. It's on the tip of my tongue.
She talks too much and says the wrong things. I know it - I just can't say it now.
82. 92.
It's just hand to mouth. You'll eat your words.
It is a very low cost project. Any thing you say may come back to haunt you.
83. 93.
Keep a stiff upper lip. She's got a sharp tongue.
Keep trying and you can succeed. Her words are like a sword - they can hurt.
84. 94.
It makes my mouth water. It's my mother tongue.
I think that is a very attractive idea. It is my native language.
85. 95.
It was by word of mouth. It was a slip of the tongue.
I was told in person. I didn't intend to say that.
86. 96.
It leaves a bad taste in my mouth. He said it tongue in cheek.
I don't feel comfortable with that idea. He was kidding when he said that.
87.
It will melt in your mouth.
You will like this idea.
88. 97.
You can save your breath. She's tongue-tied.
They don't listen - they're not open to anything. She's so excited she can't speak.
89. 98.
She takes my breath away. I only have eyes for you.
She's the most wonderful creature I've ever You are the object of my affection.
seen.
99.
90.
I never want to lay eyes on you.
I did it by the skin of my teeth.
Go! I never want to see you again.
I just barely got the job done.
100.
91.
I've got my eye on you.
I'm watching you - one mistake and you're It is a very high-class place.
gone.
111.
101.
You'll pay through the nose.
He's making eyes at her.
It's extremely costly to do that.
He is flirting with her.
112.
102.
Don't turn up your nose at me.
That'll make your eyes pop.
Don't think you are better than I am.
You will be really surprised when this happens.
113.
103.
She's got a nose for news.
I can't believe my eyes.
She can get a story from almost nothing.
What I am seeing is hard to believe.
114.
104.
She won by a nose.
There's more than meets the eye.
It was a very close race.
You are not telling me all the facts.
115.
105.
You need to lead them by the nose.
She's a sight for sore eyes.
You have to tell them every single detail.
We're very happy to see her - we need her.
116.
106.
Keep your nose clean.
You need to catch his eye.
Be honest and ethical.
You must get his attention.
117.
107.
It's nothing to sneeze at.
His eyes are bigger than his stomach.
It is a good offer.
He takes more food than he can eat.
118.
108.
It's under your nose.
Feast your eyes on that.
It's right there in front of you.
Isn't that a wonderful thing we have here?
119.
109.
She won by a hair.
She will pull the wool over his eyes.
She won by just a tiny bit.
She will fool him every time.
120.
110.
I'm all ears.
It's a highbrow place.
I am listening with great interest.
121. He's got a green thumb.
It was an ear-splitting sound. He is good at gardening.
The noise hurt my ears.
122.
It goes in one ear and out the other.
He doesn't listen to anyone. 132.
123. I'm all thumbs.
Keep your ear to the ground. I am very clumsy.
Listen everywhere to find what is going on. 133.
124. I've got it all at my fingertips.
You'd better prick up your ears. I have all the right information.
Pay attention to what is happening. 134.
125. He's an old hand.
She can wind him around her little finger. He has lots of experience at that.
She can manipulate him to do what she wants. 135.
126. She's got her hands full.
He's got a finger in every pie. She has more things to do than she can handle.
He is trying every possible way. 136.
127. I wash my hands of it all.
My hands are tied. I want no part of this thing.
There is nothing I can do because of regulations. 137.
128. He was caught red-handed.
Please lend me a hand. He was caught in the act of a crime.
Help me with this. 138.
129. Don't let it slip through your fingers.
Give him a hand. Don't let this good customer get away.
Clap your hand in appreciation. 139.
130. You must get the upper hand.
Give him a hand. Get an advantage on your competitor.
Help him. 140.
131. He's up in arms about it.
He has gotten upset about something. 151.
141. You'll foot the bill.
I only got hand-me-downs. You will have to pay the entire cost.
What I got was all second-hand stuff. 152.
142. You'll have to put your foot down.
I've got to hand it to you. You'll need to assert yourself - be more forceful.
I admire what you have done. 153.
143. You don't have a leg to stand on.
It's hands off to you. You are not secure in your position.
You are not to do any work on this item. 154.
144. You've got to put your best foot forward.
Try to thumb a ride. Go with the best idea that you have.
Beg for a ride. 155.
145. Don't drag your feet.
We are short-handed. Don't delay - get to work.
I need your help. 156.
146. You've got to get a foot in the door.
You must toe the line. You must get the customers attention.
Everyone must follow all the rules. 157.
147. The shoe is on the other foot now.
He's got cold feet. Now they have the problem, not us.
He's frightened and doesn't think he can do it. 158.
148. You'll step on her toes.
He's a heel. You'll be moving in on her territory.
He does not act like a gentleman with ladies. 159.
149. He's got a chip on his shoulder.
You better shake a leg. He is looking for an excuse to fight.
You need to work faster. 160.
150. She gave him the cold shoulder.
She's pulling my leg. She is trying to get him to leave her alone.
She is trying to trick or fool me. 161.
Get off my back! She pays attention to everybody else's business.
Leave me alone and let me get to work. 171.
162. We need a heart to heart talk.
Get it off your chest. We need to talk confidentially.
Tell me exactly what is bothering you. 172.
163. You need to learn this by heart.
I need some elbowroom. You need to know this stuff well.
We are too crowded in this office. 173.
164. Please! Have a heart.
He's a thorn in my side. Get some feelings about being nice.
Everything he does irritates me. 174.
165. My heart is in my mouth.
He turns my stomach. I'm extremely nervous about this deal.
He totally disgusts me. 175.
Don't take it to heart.
Don't take this personally - it's just business.
176.
166. She's a hard-hearted woman.
I've got butterflies in my stomach. She has no compassion for anyone.
I'm very nervous about this deal. 177.
167. She's got a heart of stone.
She can't stomach it. She makes decisions without regard to people.
She thinks this deal is too rotten to do. 178.
168. Eat your heart out.
He's lily-livered. You are envious of my success.
He too much a coward to do it. 179.
169. You'll break my heart.
She makes my flesh creep. I'll be disappointed about this.
She is extremely revolting in her attitude. 180.
170. He's our ace in the hole.
She's a busybody. When all else fails - he will save us.
181. You've got bats in your belfry.
He's a stuffed shirt. You are crazy and have ridiculous ideas.
He is very pretentious. 192.
182. She will bawl him out.
We are ahead of the game. She will verbally discipline him.
Right now we are in advantage(profitable?). 193.
183. Don't beat around the bush.
They're all shook up. Stop talking in circles - speak directly.
They are upset that we are winning. 194.
184. Beat it.
They're all washed up. Go away!
They have been defeated. 195.
185. I need my beauty sleep.
He's asleep at the switch. I need to sleep.
He's not alert to what is going on. 196.
186. It's no bed of roses.
He'll do after a fashion. This will not be easy.
He'll learn to do better but not well. 197.
187. I'm behind the eight ball.
She's a back seat driver. I am in trouble with the boss.
She always will criticize any idea. 198.
188. He's beside himself with misery.
He's a ball of fire. He is extremely miserable.
He's one of best workers. 199.
189. It's better late than never.
You're barking up the wrong tree. Being late is bad but it's better than never.
You have totally the wrong approach.
190.
His bark is worse than his bite.
He yells but he doesn't mean anything by it. 200.
191. He's the big cheese.
He is the headman. 211.
201. You'll need to burn the midnight oil.
He's the big wheel. You will have to work overtime.
He's the big boss. 212.
202. Don't break your word.
He's the big shot. Do what you have promised.
He is an important man. 213.
203. We need to break the news.
Don't bite off more than you can chew. We need to tell them the bad news.
Don't try to do more than you can accomplish. 214.
204. Let's bury the hatchet.
Don't bite the hand than feeds you. Let's forget our old fights and hatreds.
Be loyal to your company that pays you. 215.
205. We won by a hair.
He'll soon bite the dust. We won a very close victory.
He soon will be found out and lose. 216.
206. By hook or crook we'll do it.
Don't blow your top. We'll do it whatever it takes.
Stay calm. 217.
207. Let's call it a day.
Don't blow your cool. That's enough work for today.
Remain calm and collected. 218.
208. Let's call it quits.
I've got a bone to pick with you. Let's stop for now.
You've something that is a problem to me. 219.
209. You call the shots.
You should brush up on it. You make the decisions.
You need to study and learn this. 220.
210. It's a can of worms.
You need to build a fire under them. That is a big bunch of problems.
They need to be motivated. 221.
I ride in a car pool. Follow all of the rules.
A group of us ride to work together. 232.
222. It's a cut and dried situation.
Don't chicken out on us. There are no changes or discussions - just do it.
Don't get scared and leave. 233.
223. We're at a dead stop.
He's a chip off the old block. We can't do anything right now.
He is just like his dad. 234.
224. He's dead to the world.
We need to cut our losses. He is so tired he can't function.
We must withdraw form a losing situation.
225.
You've cooked your own goose.
You are in a problem of your own making. 235.
226. It will soon die out.
You make me crack up. That problem will be gone soon.
I find you extremely funny. 236.
227. They're a dime a dozen.
You need to crack a book. They aren't worth anything.
Open up a book and learn something. 237.
228. Watch him do a double take.
You need to crack a joke. He will gasp when he sees this.
Don't be so serious all the time. 238.
229. She's down in the dumps.
It cramps my style. She is very depressed.
You have put too many limits on me. 239.
230. She got a dose of her own medicine.
He's the cream of the crop. She got just the trouble that she gives others.
He is the best there is. 240.
231. Well, that's down the drain.
Don't cut corners. We have completely lost everything on this.
241. Finders keepers - losers weepers.
That's all down the tubes. The finders are happy - the losers unhappy.
We have totally lost everything on this. 252.
242. It will fit like a glove.
Don't drag your feet on this. The two situations work well together
Get working and stop the delaying. 253.
243. They're going to flip their lid.
I'm drawing a blank. They are going to be extremely unhappy. .
I don't have any idea on this. 254.
244. He will fly off the handle.
We need to draw the line here. He will be very upset.
We make no more concessions. 255.
245. Don't fool around with that.
He drives a hard bargain. Leave that situation alone.
He makes it tough to make much of a profit. 256.
246. It's a foolproof scheme.
It's just a drop in the bucket. This idea is sure to succeed.
That is just the beginning of the problems. 257.
247. This is for keeps.
She eats like a bird. This is it - no changes - no getting out.
She just picks at her food. 258.
248. You'll need to fork out some dough.
She eats like a horse. You will have to pay some cash.
She eats like a hungry man. 259.
249. He's out getting forty winks.
He's at the end of his rope. He is taking a quick nap.
He is just about out of ideas and energy. 260.
250. Can they get away with that?
I feel like a million dollars. Will they be able to do that without trouble?
I feel wonderful. 261.
251. Let's get down to brass tacks.
Let's do some serious talking. Don't let them know what your plan is.
262. 271.
I'll get even. They'll have to give up the ghost.
I will return the bad you did to me. They will have to give up trying.
263. 272.
Get off my back. He's a real globetrotter.
Stop bothering me and let me do my work. He travels all over the world.
264. 273.
Let's get the ball rolling. They just go around in circles.
Let's start the work on this. They go in all directions without any success.
265. 274.
We'll get to the bottom of it. They will go into orbit.
We will find out exactly what is the problem. They will be very upset.
266. 275.
He got out of the bed on the wrong side. They can just go jump in a lake.
The day started bad and hasn't gotten any If they don't like it - too bad.
better.
276.
267.
Don't go off the deep end.
He doesn't have a ghost of a chance.
Don't go to extremes on this.
There is no way he can succeed.
277.
268.
Grass is greener on the other side of thefence.
He's giving me a hard time.
Other things always look easier.
He is teasing me about that.
278.
Just grin and bear it.
Forget the problems - keep working.
279.
269.
They often just ham it up.
Give him an inch and he'll take a mile.
They like to get very dramatic.
Give a little and he takes a lot.
280.
270.
He's got one foot in the grave.
Don't give yourself away.
He is too old.
281. You must hang in there.
We had a high time. Keep trying.
We had a good time. 292.
282. She has a lot of hang-ups.
You hit the nail on the head. She has a lot of irrational objections.
That is exactly the situation. 293.
283. I can see the handwriting on the wall.
They will hit the ceiling. I can sense the mood of people.
They will be extremely upset. 294.
284. Go and have a ball.
That is a hit below the belt. Go and enjoy yourself.
That is not playing fair or honest. 295.
285. We will have the last laugh.
I'm going to hit the sack. They are winning now but in the end we will
win.
I'm going to bed.
296.
286.
Hold on to your hat.
She's going to hit the hay.
Be patient.
She is going to bed.
297.
287.
Hold on to your horses. (Hold your horses)
That just won't hold water.
Don't get too excited.
That idea just won't work.
298.
288.
Have your own way.
He can't hold down a job.
OK! Do what you want.
He has lost every job he ever had.
299.
289.
You've got two strikes against you.
Don't horse around.
One more mistake and you are out!
Don't play around - be serious.
300.
290.
That's it in a nutshell.
Keep them in the dark.
That is a short summary of the situation.
Don't let them know what is going on.
301.
291.
She's often in my hair. Don't tell this to anyone.
She is often in my way. 311.
302. You keep plugging away.
We've got one thing in the hole. Keep working to solve this.
One thing is on our side. 312.
303. That's a kick in the pants.
They are in the same boat. That is a good encouragement.
We both have the same problem. 313.
Knock it off!
Stop doing that!
314.
304. He's about to kick the bucket.
We are in full swing now. He is about to die.
We are all working full time on this. 315.
305. He knows the ropes.
We have more irons in the fire. He knows what he is doing.
We have many other things to do. 316.
306. That is the last straw.
He's a jack-of-all-trades. He has made one error too many.
He has many talents. 317.
307. You need to let off some steam.
Don't jump down my throat. Don't contain all your anger.
Don't criticize me so severely. 318.
308. Don't lie down on the job.
It's just what the doctor ordered. Keep working - don't slow down.
That is an excellent solution. 319.
309. She is a long shot to win.
You keep the ball rolling. She is not the most likely winner.
Keep up your good efforts. 320.
310. He's a long-winded talker.
Now keep that under your hat. He talks and talks.
321. Your name is mud.
She looked daggers at him. You will be thought of as a loser.
She gave him a look of disapproval. 332.
322. It's like looking for a needle in a haystack.
Don't look down on them. It is a difficult thing to find.
Don't think you are better than they are. 333.
323. She's an old flame.
You'll lose your shirt doing that. She's a past girlfriend.
You will lose everything. 334.
324. It happens once in a blue moon.
That is a lost cause. It will never happen.
You cannot succeed. 335.
325. It's on the house.
We'll lower the boom on them. You do not need to pay for it.
We will soundly defeat them. 336.
326. Be on the lookout for her.
That'll make the fur fly. Watch for her.
That will get their attention. 337.
327. He's on the bandwagon.
She can't make ends meet. He has joined our side of the argument.
She spends more than she makes. 338.
328. She's on the ball.
Make yourself at home. She is very perceptive.
Act as if this was your home. 339.
329. He's out of date.
He's a man of his word. He is living in the past.
He always keeps promises. 340.
330. That is out of the question.
It's a matter of life and death. That idea is not acceptable.
This is a very serious situation.
331.
 351.
341. It's just a play on words.
Don't go out on a limb. The meaning is not what the words say.
Don't make any commitments on that. 352.
342. Everybody must pitch in.
We'll paint the town red. All must help.
We will go out to party. 353.
343. We'll polish them off.
He'll just pass the buck. We will defeat them all.
He will blame someone else. 354.
344. Will you pop the question?
He passed out at the party. Will you ask her to marry you?
He was so drunk he lost consciousness. 355.
345. He's an apple polisher.
A penny for your thoughts. He tries to hard to please the boss.
What were you thinking just now? 356.
346. I can pull strings.
He'll just pick a fight. I have some connections with the right people.
He will provoke you into a fight. 357.
347. It's just puppy love.
I'm on pins and needles waiting. It is just infatuation.
I'm anxious to find out something. 358.
348. Put on your thinking cap.
We won't play second fiddle to them. Give this some serious thought.
We will not be in second place. 359.
349. Let's put our cards on the table.
You've got to pull yourself together. Let's be honest with each other.
Get organized and not so emotional. 360.
350. You put the cart before the horse.
He'd pinch pennies. Put first things first.
He is too careful with money. 361.
That will put a feather in his cap. Generally I refuse.
This will be a credit to him. 372.
362. It's pretty run down.
Don't put all your eggs in one basket. It is in bad condition.
Don't depend on just one thing. 373.
363. He needs a security blanket.
It's raining cats and dogs. He always needs reassurance.
It is a heavy rain. 374.
364. Seeing is believing.
You've got to read between the lines. I only believe what I can see.
Look at what they mean not what they say. 375.
365. That'll separate the men from the boys.
That rings the bell. We will find out who is serious.
Now I remember.
366.
Don't rob the cradle.
She's too young for you. 376.
367. You've got them shaking in their boots.
He'll just rock the boat. They are afraid now.
He will get everyone upset. 377.
368. You'll have to sink or swim.
We've got lots of red tape. It will be win all or lose all now.
All the government regulations are difficult. 378.
369. We are sitting pretty.
It's just a rip off. We are in a good position.
They will cheat you. 379.
370. She slays me with that nonsense.
He rubs me the wrong way. She disgusts me with those silly ideas.
I do not like his attitude. 380.
371. Everything is ship shape.
As a rule of thumb I refuse. Everything is in good order.
381. You must stick to your guns on that.
Why don't you sleep on it? Your idea is good - stay with it.
Think about it tonight - let me know tomorrow. 392.
382. He's just a stick-in-the-mud.
We just made small talk. He is too old fashioned.
We didn't talk about anything serious. 393.
383. You won't strike it rich.
Go ahead and sound off. This idea won't make you rich.
Say what you think. 394.
384. You need to strike while the iron is hot.
He's spaced out. Do it while the opportunity is right.
He is on drugs. 395.
385. We won't take a back seat to them.
It will spread like wildfire. We won't be in second place to them.
This idea will be very popular. 396.
386. We're in the driving seat.
They have stacked the deck. We control the situation.
We are not playing under even conditions. 397.
387. Our new project will soon take off.
They have stacked the cards. It will be a great success.
They have cheated us to their advantage. 398.
388. You have to take your medicine.
We will need to start from scratch. If you did wrong you must pay.
We need to start at the beginning. 399.
389. You can take the floor.
I don't want to steal his thunder. It is your turn - speak.
I will let him break the good news. 400.
390. You run with it.
She tried to steal the spotlight. The project is yours to make it a success.
She wants undeserved attention. 401.
391. Take your hat off to no one.
You are a good as anyone else. 412.
402. We're tickled to death about it.
We won't take sides. We are very pleased.
We will be neutral on this.
403.
That is a tall story.
I don't believe your explanation. 413.
404. We had the time of our life.
We'll throw the book at them. We had a good time.
If they did wrong they must pay. 414.
405. It will be touch and go for a while.
We will throw in the towel. We won't know if we succeed or fail.
We give up. 415.
406. We will need to touch up things.
We'll throw in the sponge. We need to solve some little problems.
We give up. 416.
407. It will be to the tune of a million.
We'll throw a party. It will cost about a million dollars.
We will have a party. 417.
408. It's part of the tricks of the trade.
She'll throw a fit. It is one of my secret solutions.
She will be extremely upset. 418.
409. It's time to turn in.
We'll hold them to the letter. It's time to go to sleep.
They will have to follow all the rules. 419.
410. We will turn the tables on them.
Remember that time marches on. We will reverse the situation.
You are wasting time. 420.
411. She had better turn over a new leaf.
I think they will tie the knot. She needs to change her ways.
They will get married. 421.
He's got me turned on. He will sit by while we work.
He has me excited about that. 432.
422. Don't wash your dirty linen in public.
Don't just twiddle your thumbs. Don't tell your bad points to others.
Get to work! 433.
423. You'll just be wasting your breath.
I put her under your wings. Don't bother, they won't listen.
She will report to you. 434.
424. The wear and tear will defeat us.
He is up to something. The effort is not worth the rewards.
He is doing something secretly. 435.
425. You'll wear out your welcome.
Don't get up in arms. Don't stay too long.
There is no need to get excited or upset. 436.
426. I'll pay you when my ship comes in.
He'll upstage us. When I get rich I'll pay you.
He'll do better than us. 437.
427. We just have to weather the storm.
We won't wait on them. Keep working in rough times.
We are going ahead and not wait for them. 438.
428. I can see the writing on the wall.
They'll walk all over you. I can sense that thing may be bad.
They will take advantage of you. 439.
429. Let's wind up this problem.
He's walking on air. We need to finish this.
He is really excited. 440.
430. We will agree word for word.
You're walking on thin ice. We agree exactly.
You may fail at any moment. 441.
431. Just a word to the wise - Shut up!
He will just warm the bench. Listen to me!
442. You need to bite the bullet.
You just zip your lip. You need to endure a difficult situation.
Stop talking so much. 452.
443. Stick it out!
Keep your shirt on. Endure a difficult situation!
Don't get so impatient. 453.
444. They will bite the dust.
They are pulling your leg. They will go down to defeat.
They are playing a trick on you. 454.
445. Has the cat got your tongue?
She is rolling in the dough. Can't you talk?
She has lots of money. 455.
446. They will have to cough up the money.
He's stinking rich. They will have to willingly come up with money.
He's very wealthy. 456.
447. It's different strokes for different folks.
We'll make him the fall guy. Everyone has different interests and tastes.
We will put the blame on him. 457.
448. She's dressed to kill.
He will take the rap. She's wearing her finest clothes.
He will be the guilty one. 458.
449. He's driving me up the wall.
It's a bum rap. He is annoying me greatly.
He is innocent. 459.
That's duck soup.
That is very easy.
460.
450. What is eating you?
You need to bend over backwards. What is annoying you?
You need to try very hard. 461.
451. Someone is feeding you a line.
Someone is deceiving you. 472.
462. That's a horse of a different color.
We can get it for a song. That's an entirely different situation.
We can get it for very little money. 473.
463. If the shoe fits - wear it.
We can get away clean. If you are wrong admit it.
We can escape punishment. 474.
464. Don't jump the gun.
Don't get in her hair. Don't be hasty.
Don't bother her. 475.
465. Let's kick up our heels.
She will get the ax. Let's celebrate.
She will be fired. 476.
466. This will knock their socks off.
We need to get the jump on them. This will enthuse and excite them.
We need to get an advantage on them. 477.
467. We won't leave them high and dry.
You should give it your best shot. We won't abandon them.
You should try your hardest. 478.
468. It is a lemon.
We will give them the slip. It is defective.
We will escape. 479.
469. We need to make a splash.
He will go to bat for you. We need to be successful and get their
attention.
He will support you all the way.
480.
470.
Money talks.
She is going to the dogs.
Money can influence people.
She is becoming rundown.
481.
471.
They don't have a leg to stand on.
She's got the world by the tail.
They have no defense for their actions.
She's happy and successful.
482. You must shape up or ship out.
We'll put that on ice. You must behave or leave.
We'll save that one for the future. 492.
483. Let's just shoot the breeze.
We are not out of the woods. Let's just chat informally.
We are not out of danger. 493.
484. We are sitting pretty.
He is on his last legs. We are in a fortunate position.
He is sick and failing fast. 494.
They gave us a snow job.
It was insincere talk.
495.
485. Don't spill the beans.
We will play this one by ear. Don't reveal our secret.
We will improvise as we go along. 496.
486. Don't spread yourself too thin.
Put your money where your mouth is. Don't become involved in too many things.
You must follow through with what you say. 497.
487. Don't stick you neck out on this.
They will raise a stink. Don't take too much risk.
They will protest strongly. 498.
488. This is straight from the horse's mouth.
We will have to scratch their back. It is from a reliable source.
We will have to do them a favor. 499.
489. You must take the bull by the horns.
They will sell you down the river. You must take decisive action.
They will betray you. 500.
490. You are talking through your hat.
Don't sell them short. You are making foolish statements.
Don't underestimate them. 501.
491. I said it tongue in cheek.
I didn't say it seriously. 512.
502. They will be along soon.
What do they have up their sleeve? They will be here soon.
What facts have they concealed? 513.
503. I will be able to get along.
She is a wet blanket. I will be able to manage successfully.
She's boring and spoils everyone's fun. 514.
504. All along I knew they would fail.
She is tooting her own horn. From the beginning I knew they would fail.
She is boasting. 515.
505. That will cost you and arm and a leg.
Above all to thy own self be true. It will cost an extravagant amount.
First be honest to yourself. 516.
506. They welcomed us with open arms.
After all's said and done, more is said thandone. They were very cordial.
In the end there's more talk than action. 517.
507. I will get around to it soon.
He has fallen afoul of the law. I will be able to deal with it.
He is in conflict with the law. 518.
508. It is sold as is.
It is all up in the air. It's sold with no guarantees.
It is not been decided. 519.
509. Don't turn your back on them.
Be on the alert for danger. Don't reject them.
Watch for danger.
510.
That is up his alley.
It is compatible with his ability. 520.
511. Don't turn your back to her.
In that she stands alone. She can't be trusted.
She is unequaled. 521.
Don't go back on your word. Certainly we will go.
Don't fail to keep your promise. 532.
522. Between you and me they won't do it.
It is in the bag. In strictest confidence, they won't do it.
We are assured of a successful outcome. 533.
523. He is big on meat and potatoes.
They arrived bag and baggage. He likes meat and potatoes.
They arrived with all their belongings. 534.
524. We expect to make it big.
Keep on the ball. We expect to be very successful.
Be alert, competent and efficient. 535.
525. It will fill the bill.
He is off base. It will meet all our requirements.
He is badly mistaken. 536.
526. We did it bit by bit.
Right off the bat they fought. We did it little by little.
Immediately they fought. 537.
527. They will try to put the bite on us.
We will go to bat for them. They will try to borrow money from us.
We will assist them. 538.
528. We are now in the black.
Bear in mind their finances. We are now profitable.
Remember their finances. 539.
529. The company is on the block.
Please, bear with me! The company is for sale.
Please, understand my situation! 540.
530. They are blowing hot and cold.
We will need to tighten our belt. They are changing their minds.
We must become thriftier. 541.
531. He is just blowing off steam.
You bet we will go. He is just venting his anger.
542. That was a close call.
It came from out of the blue. It was a narrow escape.
It was totally unexpected. 553.
543. He burns the candle at both ends.
The new changes are across the board. He spends too much energy in all directions.
It will affect all divisions and groups. 554.
544. She can't hold a candle to her friend.
I feel it in my bones. She is not nearly as good as her friend.
I have a premonition about this. 555.
545. Put your cards on the table.
That is one for the books. Be frank about your motives and intentions.
That is something entirely new. 556.
546. He's got a card up his sleeve.
He has been hitting the bottle. He has a secret plan in reserve.
He has begun to drink (alcohol) to excess.
547.
That is out of bounds. 557.
That is beyond your limits. It is just not in the cards.
548. It is not likely to occur.
Don't burn the bridges behind you. 558.
Keep the possibility of retreat. Try to catch your breath.
549. Rest so you can continue.
He had money to burn. 559.
He had lots of money. We will chalk up that one to experience.
550. We will credit that to experience.
We will go by and by. 560.
We will go in a little while. We chewed the fat for a short while.
551. We talked casually for a while.
By and large they are honest. 561.
For the most part they are honest. Next week we will clean house.
552.
Next week we will get rid of He tried to bypass some rules.
anyone undesirable.
572.
562.
It's as easy as pie.
You must come clean.
It is very simple.
You must confess your error.
573.
563.
You need to cut that out.
She is in the clear.
Stop doing that.
She is free from danger or suspicion.
574.
564.
I'm beat.
We need to clear the air.
I am very tired.
Let's ignore emotional tensions and differences.
575.
565.
Give it some elbow grease.
She has her head in the clouds.
You need to go to work.
She is not in the real world.
576.
566.
It will cost you a bundle.
He killed her in cold blood.
It will be quite expensive.
He killed her without any feeling, or remorse.
577.
567.
We are antsy about that.
He was left out in the cold.
We are not confident about it.
He got nothing.
578.
568.
She is a blabbermouth.
They were acting in concert.
She talks all the time.
They were acting together.
579.
569.
I'm flat broke.
They left him to cool his heels.
I have no money.
He was left waiting.
580.
570.
I'm fed up with him.
They asked her to cool it.
I have no patience with him.
She was asked to calm down and relax.
581.
571.
She is bent out of shape.
He tried to cut corners.
She is upset about something.
582.
We are up a creek (without a paddle)
We are in a difficult or unfortunate position.