“Grease the wheels”

“A slap on the wrist”

A very mild punishment.

“All over the place”

Disorganized or scattered.

“Go the distance”

To continue until the end.

“Get off the hook”

To avoid punishment or responsibility.

“The ball is rolling”

Something has started and is now progressing.

“Hold the fort”

To take care of things while someone is away.

“Head in the clouds”

Not paying attention to reality.

“Hold all the cards”

To have the strongest position or most power.