By putting on the mime act, Deepak stole some of the thunder of Peter's speech.

There is no <u><em>hard and fast rule</em></u> regarding this subject.

I want none of your <u><em>back chat</em></u>.

To cut the cackle

To end in smoke

To be a good Samaritan

His father advised him to be <u><em>fair and square</em></u> in his dealings lest he should fall…

When he tells stories about himself, he is inclined to <u><em>draw the longbow</em></u>.

To have an easy time of it