1) _____________________________________________

John has not been looking very well these days. He’s
under the weather.

2) _____________________________________________

The students were up in arms and began to protest against the school administration’s policies. They marched on the administration building, carried signs calling for the president’s resignation, and listened to speeches by the student leaders.

3) _____________________________________________

Jack wasn’t sure whether to go to the university or
get a job. His plans were up in the air.

4) _____________________________________________

As a private investigator, I sometimes have to slip someone some money under the table in order to get information.

5) _____________________________________________

The newspaper article was due no later than 4 o’clock and the editor got it in at exactly 3:59. He got it in right under the wire.

6) _____________________________________________

This administration has been marked by widespread corruption. Even if they manage to clean it up, the politicians will always be under a cloud of suspicion.

7) _____________________________________________

I will never be any good at giving speeches. I could practice until the cows come home, but I’ll never get over being nervous when I have to stand up in front of a crowd.

8) _____________________________________________

Don’t ask Margie to make a change in our work schedule; she won’t do anything without Larry’s permission. She’s under Larry’s thumb

9) _____________________________________________

Everyone is happy with the situation as it is. If you try to change it, you’ll be upsetting the apple cart.

10) _____________________________________________

Queen Elizabeth and Prince Philip, and the other members of the English royal family, are members of high society. They are upper crust.