Their research broke new ground in medical science.

He really rose to the occasion during the crisis.

The senator has become a kingmaker in the current presidential race.

She managed to pull strings to get the bill passed in Congress.

The candidate has been on the stump for weeks, rallying support across the country.

If you want to succeed in business, always keep an ear to the ground.

Her kind words helped bring peace to the argument.

The office was quiet, in the calm before the storm, as they prepared for the big meeting.

She believes that a peaceful mind is a happy mind.

He decided to make a clean break from his old habits.

She is responsible for managing the entire department.

The manager had to take on board the new task for the team.

If you want others to be kind, you need to practice what you preach.

She has a heart of gold, always helping anyone in need.

Even though she was late, I decided to give her the benefit of the doubt and not get upset.

Her acts of kindness spread like wildfire in the community.

I didn't want to go to the doctor, but I had to bite the bullet.

Before making a final decision, it's important to weigh the pros and cons.

Don't worry about the meeting next week, we'll cross that bridge when we come to it.

We need to take the bull by the horns and start making decisions now.

I wouldn’t suggest putting all your eggs in one basket with this investment.

The proposal to negotiate with all the countries at once was a bridge too far.

She promised never to make the same mistake twice.

After being late several times, he finally learned his lesson.

Even if you fail, try to fail better next time.

A little bird told me that you got a new job.

We’re trying to keep it under wraps until the official announcement.

The deal was made behind closed doors.

He blew the whistle on the company’s illegal activities.

She let it slip that she was moving abroad.