The so-called committee exists for name's sake, but it has no real power.

Despite his confidence, he ended up out for a duck and the team struggled to recover.

My manager has been having it in for me ever since I suggested a different approach.

Even though he apologized, I could tell she still had it in for him.

To have something going for one, the small café emphasized homemade recipes and friendly service, and now it draws a steady stream of regulars.

By hiding the evidence, one can dig a hole for oneself that becomes impossible to climb out of.

The charity was overwhelmed by an unbargained-for donation that doubled its operating budget.

She missed the forest for the trees when preparing the report, focusing only on minor formatting issues.

She was taking one for the team when she volunteered to cover the extra shift so her coworkers could attend the conference.

In the bingo hall, unlucky for some is the number everyone hopes won't be called.