(figuratively, idiomatic) When the pressure is on; when the situation is critical or urgent; when the time has come for action, even if it is difficult.

simple past tense and past participle of call to the bar

(duration) From sunset to sunrise. / (temporal location) At night, nighttime.

Of a motion picture, originally released in a home video format (historically VHS) without being released to cinemas or broadcast on television.

In, into, or towards a prominent position.

(idiomatic) Until now; until the present time.

(idiomatic) To continue to get stronger

In a very close one-on-one situation.

(formal) To the end, or until death.

(idiomatic) Relevant or pertinent; succinct; specific. / Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see to, point.