Part 1 Flashcards
1
Q
a mover and a shaker
A
someone whose opinion is respected
2
Q
a them and us situation
A
when you (us) are opposed to “them”
3
Q
beat around the bush
A
not say exactly what you want
4
Q
be in someone’s good (or bad) books
A
be in favor (or disfavour) with someone
5
Q
be thrown in at the deep end
A
not get any advice or support
6
Q
blue-eyed boy
A
a person who can do no wrong
7
Q
burn the candle at both ends
A
work day and night at something
8
Q
butter someone up
A
be very nice to someone because you want something
9
Q
get the boot
A
be fired
10
Q
get your feet under the table
A
get settled in
