| A | B |
|---|
| Handwriting on the wall | -a sign that something bad is going to happen; a warning of danger or trouble |
| In the driver’s seat | -in control; in the position of authority |
| Jet set | -the wealthy, fashionable, and famous people who travel frequently |
| Keep something under your hat | -to keep something secret |
| Make ends meet | -to earn just enough to live within one’s income |
| Nickel-and-dime | -unimportant, small-time, trivial, petty |
| Off-the-wall | to ask for contributions; to beg |
| Pass the hat | -to ask for contributions; to beg |
| Rain on your parade | -to spoil someone’s day, performance, special occasion, celebration, plans, etc. |
| School of hard knocks | -challenging experiences that can teach you a lot |
