“Drive someone up the wall”

“Go belly up”

To fail completely, especially a business.

“Catch someone off guard”

To surprise someone unexpectedly.

“Call the tune”

To control what happens.

“Draw the short straw”

To be chosen for an unpleasant task.

“Corner the market”

To dominate a market.

“Bring out the best in”

To help someone show their best qualities.

“Drive home”

To emphasize a point clearly.

“Brush up on”

To improve knowledge or skill in something.