“First things first”

“Bring into focus”

To make something clearer or easier to understand.

“Beyond repair”

Too damaged to be fixed.

“Come under fire”

To receive strong criticism.

“Blaze a trail”

To be the first to do something new.

“Breathe easy”

To relax after worry or danger has passed.

“Burst someone’s bubble”

To disappoint someone by telling them the truth.

“Come full circle”

To return to the original situation after changes.

“Cast a wide net”

To search or try broadly.