“Draw a blank”

“It’s not rocket science”

It’s not very complicated.

“Back against the wall”

In a very difficult situation with no easy options.

“Bite the bullet”

To face a difficult or unpleasant situation bravely.

“Bite off more than you can chew”

To take on too much responsibility.

“Actions speak louder than words”

What people do is more important than what they say.

“Throw in the towel”

To give up.

“Beat around the bush”

To avoid saying something directly.

“Barking up the wrong tree”

To make a wrong assumption.