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🔥 Actions & Effort

Idioms about work, effort, and taking action.

408 idioms in this category

too many chiefs and not enough Indians

an excess of leaders or decision-makers with insufficient workers to execute tasks

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too many cooks spoil the broth

having too many people involved can lead to confusion and poor results

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tread the boards

To perform as an actor or actress on stage.

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tread water

To remain in the same situation without making progress, often while avoiding a problem.

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trip the light fantastic

To dance or move in a lively and graceful manner.

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turn tail

to flee or retreat quickly, often in fear.

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twist _ arm

to pressure someone into doing something they are reluctant to do.

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twist someone's arm

to convince someone to do something they are hesitant about.

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under one's belt

having completed or achieved something significant

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under your belt

having successfully completed or achieved something

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up to the hilt

entirely engaged or committed to a particular endeavor

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upset the apple cart

to disrupt or ruin a carefully laid plan

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