(idiomatic, of a host, hostess, or guest) To interact enthusiastically with the attendees at an event, by moving among them, greeting them, and engaging them in conversation.

Alternative form of the shoe is on the other foot

(US, baseball, softball) To swing at the ball as hard as possible, with the aim of getting a home run, increasing the chance of missing the ball.

Even in the face of hopelessness and discontent, it is more worthwhile to do some good, however small, in response, than to complain about the situation.

(idiomatic) To behave in a distressed or frantic manner; to exhibit great agitation.

present participle of climb the walls

(idiomatic) Alternative form of speak of the devil

Undergoing a surgical procedure; into surgery.

(idiomatic) To throw away as useless. / (idiomatic) To remove or cast out someone or something from one's protection, such as into the streets. / (idiomatic) To give up on something valuable.

(idiomatic) In a competitive situation, the exhibition of apparent weakness or vulnerability by one party, especially when this leads to a feeling of vulnerability or greater pressure to perform on the part of the weak party, and/or enhanced expectation of victory by the other(s).