I would bet dollars to doughnuts that the new movie would be a blockbuster hit.

The coffee was not much to my liking.

Curses, like chickens, come home to roost.

He is the last man to submit to authority.

I am conditioned to wake up early in the morning.

How much of winning an election is down to looks?

I always review my budget carefully to be on a safe side before making big purchases.

Could I get you to help me set up the decorations for the party?

I'm dying to try the chef's specials at the new restaurant downtown.

Even in a tough competition, I have to hand it to her for her brilliant strategy during the game.