“Keep the wolf from the door”

“Move the goalposts”

To change the rules or requirements unfairly.

“Get a foot in the door”

To get a small opportunity that may lead to bigger opportunities.

“Make hay while the sun shines”

To use a good opportunity while it lasts.

“In the driver’s seat”

In control of a situation.

“Across the board”

Affecting everyone or everything.

“Keep a straight face”

To avoid laughing or showing emotion.

“Start from scratch”

To begin again from the very beginning.

“Kick the can down the road”

To delay dealing with a problem.