When deciding whether to accept the small freelance contract now or hold out for a bigger client, remember that a bird in the hand is worth two in the bush.

The rival company tried to muscle in on our market share by undercutting prices.

During the meeting, no one wanted to bring up the elephant in the room, even though it was affecting everyone's work.

It's silly to get one's knickers in a twist over a misplaced comma in the report.

She felt pressure to conform to the in-group's norms during the meeting.

They often in-group newcomers, which leaves outsiders feeling excluded.

Border agents chased the smugglers in hot pursuit across the border, determined to bring them to justice.

I enjoy all types of music, but I love jazz in particular.

Please move your bike; it's in the way of the delivery truck.

His plan to end world hunger by next year is nothing but a pie in the sky.