| No. | Item | Definition |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | be in the driver’s seat | be in control |
| 2. | bite the bullet | face something unpleasant bravely |
| 3. | bounce back | recover quickly from trouble |
| 4. | break new ground | do something innovative |
| 5. | bring your A-game | perform at your best |
| 6. | call the shots | make the decisions |
| 7. | carry on | continue as usual |
| 8. | come out on top | end up winning |
| 9. | come up roses | turn out very well |
| 10. | do the heavy lifting | handle the hardest work |
| 11. | do your bit | contribute what you can |
| 12. | every cloud has a silver lining | good can come from bad |
| 13. | face the music | accept consequences bravely |
| 14. | find your footing | become confident and stable |
| 15. | follow through | complete what you promised |
| 16. | fortune favors the bold | bravery brings success |
| 17. | get back on your feet | recover and regain stability |
| 18. | get the ball rolling | start something moving |
| 19. | get your act together | become organized and effective |
| 20. | get your ducks in a row | organize things properly |
| 21. | give it your all | put in full effort |
| 22. | go all out | use maximum effort |
| 23. | go for broke | risk everything for success |
| 24. | go from strength to strength | become increasingly successful |
| 25. | go the extra mile | do more than expected |
| 26. | grin and bear it | endure without complaining |
| 27. | hang in there | persist; don’t give up |
| 28. | hit the ground running | start quickly and energetically |
| 29. | hit your stride | reach your best pace |
| 30. | hold fast | stay firm and persistent |
| 31. | hold the line | maintain position under pressure |
| 32. | hold up your end | do your part responsibly |
| 33. | hold your head high | stay proud and confident |
| 34. | hold your own | perform well against challenges |
| 35. | it ain’t over till it’s over | don’t quit too soon |
| 36. | keep a stiff upper lip | stay brave and controlled |
| 37. | keep at it | continue working persistently |
| 38. | keep the ball rolling | maintain progress and momentum |
| 39. | keep the faith | remain hopeful and trusting |
| 40. | keep your chin up | stay cheerful despite difficulties |
| 41. | keep your cool | stay calm under pressure |
| 42. | keep your eye on the prize | focus on the goal |
| 43. | keep your head up | stay confident and hopeful |
| 44. | keep your nose to the grindstone | work hard and steadily |
| 45. | keep your spirits up | stay positive and hopeful |
| 46. | land on your feet | recover and succeed despite trouble |
| 47. | lay the groundwork | prepare for future success |
| 48. | lead the way | be the first to act |
| 49. | leave no stone unturned | search or try everything |
| 50. | look on the bright side | focus on the positive |
| 51. | make a comeback | return to success |
| 52. | make a name for yourself | become well-known and respected |
| 53. | make hay while the sun shines | use good opportunities quickly |
| 54. | make it happen | cause success through action |
| 55. | make the best of it | find good in a situation |
| 56. | make waves | create change or attention |
| 57. | make your mark | achieve recognition or impact |
| 58. | move the needle | make noticeable progress |
| 59. | never say die | refuse to give up |
| 60. | nothing ventured, nothing gained | risk is needed for reward |
| 61. | onward and upward | toward better things |
| 62. | pick yourself up | recover after a setback |
| 63. | practice makes perfect | repetition improves skill |
| 64. | pull out all the stops | use every possible effort |
| 65. | pull yourself together | regain control of yourself |
| 66. | push the envelope | go beyond usual limits |
| 67. | put in the legwork | do the necessary hard work |
| 68. | put your best foot forward | make your best effort |
| 69. | put your heart into it | work with passion |
| 70. | put your mind to it | apply determination and focus |
| 71. | raise the bar | set higher standards |
| 72. | reach for the stars | aim very high |
| 73. | ride out the storm | endure trouble until it passes |
| 74. | right the ship | restore order and success |
| 75. | rise to the occasion | meet a challenge successfully |
| 76. | roll with the punches | adapt to difficulties |
| 77. | Rome wasn’t built in a day | great things take time |
| 78. | seize the day | make the most of today |
| 79. | shoot for the moon | aim for an ambitious goal |
| 80. | slow and steady wins the race | consistent effort beats haste |
| 81. | stand tall | be proud and confident |
| 82. | stand your ground | defend your position firmly |
| 83. | stay on track | continue toward your goal |
| 84. | stay the course | continue as planned |
| 85. | step up to the plate | accept responsibility and act |
| 86. | stick with it | keep going despite challenges |
| 87. | strike while the iron is hot | act at the right time |
| 88. | take a leap of faith | act without full certainty |
| 89. | take it in stride | handle calmly and confidently |
| 90. | take it one day at a time | handle things step by step |
| 91. | take the bull by the horns | face a problem directly |
| 92. | take the first step | begin the process |
| 93. | take the plunge | commit to a bold action |
| 94. | the sky’s the limit | there are no real limits |
| 95. | think outside the box | be creative and unconventional |
| 96. | turn over a new leaf | start fresh with better habits |
| 97. | turn the page | move on from the past |
| 98. | up your game | improve your performance |
| 99. | weather the storm | survive a difficult period |
| 100. | when the going gets tough | in hard times, be strong |
