“Drop the ball”

“Back to the drawing board”

To start planning again because the first idea failed.

“Bring to the table”

To offer useful skills, ideas, or value.

“Weather the storm”

To survive a difficult period.

“The final straw”

The last problem that makes a situation unacceptable.

“Carry the day”

To win or succeed.

“Think outside the box”

To think creatively and differently from usual.

“The ball is rolling”

Something has started and is now progressing.

“Throw caution to the wind”

To take a risk without worrying too much.