Idioms

to do something slowly or delay because you don't want to do it

an initial opportunity that may lead to bigger things

To pay for something, especially something expensive.

To suddenly become too nervous to do something you had planned.

remain realistic and sensible despite success or exciting possibilities

to recover safely from a difficult situation

to make a good first impression by showing your best side

to assert your authority firmly

to enter or visit a place, often used in negatives

damage your own interests through an unwise action

used to describe saying something tactless or embarrassing

the roles or positions in a situation have been reversed