Ever since that leak of private emails, everything the CEO has done has been under a cloud.
2) Mum's The Word-a request or pledge to keep something a secret-
Now, I don't want anyone to know that I'm pregnant yet, so mum's the word.
3) In The Heat Of The Moment-at a moment when one is overly angry, excited, or eager, without pausing to consider the consequences-
The argument got pretty nasty, and, in the heat of the moment, we both said some things we really regret.
4) Miss The Boat/Bus-be too slow to take advantage of an opportunity-
People who've been holding off buying anything in case prices drop further could find they've missed the boat.
5) In Cold Blood-without feeling, with cruel intent-
The killer walked up and shot the woman in cold blood.
6) Vent One's Spleen-to voice one's anger-
Jack vented his spleen at his wife whenever things went badly at work.
7) High Roller-someone known for spending or gambling large amounts of money-
The back room at the casino was reserved exclusively for high rollers willing to play for big stakes.
8) Blue Collar-characteristic of the working class, especially manual laborers-
Blue collar workers have always been an important part of our economy.
9) Damp Squib-someone or something that disappoints or does not meet expectations-
The film got a lot of hype, but I thought it was a bit of a damp squib.
10) Think Outside The Box-to think of something that is outside of or beyond what is considered usual, traditional, or conventional, to think innovatively-
OK, team, we really need to think outside of the box if we're going to impress the CEO.
11) On The Mend-improving in health or condition, recovering-
The economy is on the mend thanks to measures taken by the government.
12) On The Upswing-showing or experiencing a noticeable or conspicuous increase, improvement, or expansion-
The small country has been one of the few economies in the region to be on the upswing since the recession.
13) Live/be In Clover-to enjoy a life of money and comfort-
With the income from the family estate, she's in clover.
14) In Full Cry-talking continuously about something in a noisy or eager way-
The opposition was in full cry in Parliament last night over the proposed changes to the education bill.
15) In The Ascendant-rising in power or influence-
The reformers are in the ascendant.
16) In Stitches-laughing uncontrollably-
Jerry is the funniest guy I know. He can have you in stitches in a matter of minutes.
17) Larger Than Life-attracting special attention because of unusual and flamboyant appearance or behaviour-
He was a larger than life character on and off the pitch.
18) Meet One Halfway-to compromise with someone, often in an argument or disagreement-
I'll agree to some of your requests if you'll meet me halfway and allow me to implement some of my ideas.
19) Low-hanging Fruit-the most easily achieved of a set of tasks, measures, goals, etc-
Don't be satisfied with the low-hanging fruit. Go after the hard-sell types.
20) Do A Double Take-to look twice due to surprise or disbelief-
Everyone did a double take at his shiny new sports car as he drove by.
