“Throw in the towel”

“In hot water”

In trouble.

“Flash in the pan”

A short-lived success that does not last.

“Get a foot in the door”

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

“In the driver’s seat”

In control of a situation.

“The elephant in the room”

An obvious problem that people avoid talking about.

“Dead in the water”

Unable to continue or succeed.

“Diamond in the rough”

A person or thing with great potential but not yet fully developed.

“A shot in the dark”

A guess made without much information.