“Hit home”

“Eat humble pie”

To admit that you were wrong.

“Every dog has its day”

Everyone gets a chance to succeed at some point.

“Dirt cheap”

Very cheap.

“Fair and square”

Honestly and according to the rules.

“Nothing to write home about”

Not special or impressive.

“Cry wolf”

To ask for help when there is no real danger, so people stop believing you.

“Crash course”

A short and intensive course.

“Dog days”

The hottest days of summer.