In spite of the efforts of all peace loving people, world peace is still a far cry.

To change colour

He always says that he will help, but when it <u><em>comes to the crunch</em></u>, he does nothi…

To give one's ears

in the armed forces, it is considered a great privilege to <u><em>die in harness</em></u>.

I hope it will not <u><em>put you out</em></u> If I am late.

The train was late and we had to <u><em>kick our heels</em></u>.

The project did not appear to <u><em>hold out</em></u> bright prospects.

He was <u><em>in high spirits</em></u> when I met him in the restaurant.