The time is running out, you must look sharp.

One should be prepared to get <u><em>a bolt from the blue</em></u> in life, but should not get u…

The rebels <u><em>held out</em></u> for about a month.

To hit the nail right on the head

A cock and bull story

It has been raining <u><em>cats and dogs</em></u>.

Sunil thought his skill would match up to Keshav's bulk, but in the fight he was <u><em>beaten neck and crop…

To turn amuck

Many people <u><em>called on</em></u> the minister when he was ill.