“Too many cooks spoil the broth”

“The calm before the storm”

A quiet period before trouble or intense activity begins.

“Back to the drawing board”

To start planning again because the first idea failed.

“Bring to the table”

To offer useful skills, ideas, or value.

“The ballpark figure”

An approximate number or estimate.

“The final straw”

The last problem that makes a situation unacceptable.

“Carry the day”

To win or succeed.

“Think outside the box”

To think creatively and differently from usual.

“Throw caution to the wind”

To take a risk without worrying too much.