Idioms

to become informed or current on a topic, project, or situation

to reconcile and become friendly again after an argument

to reach a decision, especially for oneself rather than following others

fully informed about a current situation or topic and ready to proceed

an event that forces you to realize a problem you were ignoring

be completely ruined or fail, leaving nothing of the original plan

To preserve an outward impression that everything is normal or successful despite underlying trouble.

to try to match the lifestyle of the people around you

to rebuild one's life or restore order after a damaging event

to cover a bill yourself, often for a group after a meal or other outing

to declare one's position publicly when doing so calls for courage or principle

accept responsibility and take action when needed

to show that you give up or feel helpless about something

Facing severe difficulties, pressure, or obstacles.

fully operating and ready for use

angry and protesting, ready to fight

good enough to satisfy the expected level of quality

a hidden advantage kept in reserve