“A wild goose chase”

“Lay your cards on the table”

To be honest and open about your plans or feelings.

“Like a fish out of water”

Uncomfortable in a new or unfamiliar situation.

“Make hay while the sun shines”

To use a good opportunity while it lasts.

“Grease the wheels”

To make a process easier or faster.

“Go the whole hog”

To do something completely, not partly.

“Meet someone halfway”

To compromise with someone.

“Kick the can down the road”

To delay dealing with a problem.

“Get off on the wrong foot”

To start a relationship or activity badly.