“Hit the nail on the head”

“Hit the ground running”

To start something with energy and immediate progress.

“Pull the plug”

To stop or cancel something.

“Lay your cards on the table”

To be honest and open about your plans or feelings.

“Cut to the chase”

To talk about the main point without wasting time.

“The elephant in the room”

An obvious problem that people avoid talking about.

“Break the bank”

To cost too much money.

“On the ball”

Alert, quick to understand, and able to react well.

“Get off on the wrong foot”

To start a relationship or activity badly.