At long last Meaning: Finally; after a long wait.
Example: At long last pizza has arrived; At long last the project was
finished.
A torrid time Meaning: A difficult period filled with problems and challenges.
Example: Our team will definitely face a torrid time in tomorrow's game; I
had a torrid time during the championship.
At your earliest convenience
Meaning: As soon as possible.
Example: Please reply to my letter at your earliest convenience.
Avoid something like the plague Meaning: To avoid something as much as possible.
Example: Rita's been avoiding me like the plague ever since I confessed my
love for her.
Back the wrong horse Meaning: To support something unsuccessful; make the wrong choice or
decision.
Example: You really backed the wrong horse when you bought this
abandoned house; Despite their vast experience, investors sometimes end
up backing the wrong horse.
Barking up the wrong tree Meaning: Follow the wrong course of action; doing something that will not
produce the result you want.
Example: If you expect me to solve all your financial problems, then you,
my dear friends, are barking up the wrong tree.
Batten down the hatches Meaning: To prepare for a difficult or unpleasant situation.
Example: Many companies are battening down the hatches before the crisis.
Be a barrel of fun Meaning: Be very cheerful, sociable, and enjoyable.
Example: My friend Joe is a real barrel of fun; Festivals are always a barrel
of fun.
Be at a loose end Meaning: Not knowing what to do; have nothing to do.
Example: You can come and help me clean up if you're at a loose end; Get
out and take a walk if you're at a loose end.
