learn the ropes - learn the rules and routines of a place or activity little by little -gradually might as well - to have no strong reson not to in hot water - in trouble in the air -uncertain in the lone run - looking toward the future; eventually ins and outs - all the details; the various parts and difficulties to be seen iron out - remove the difficulties or find an answer for jump to conclusions - arrive too quickly at a decision or opinion keep an eye on - watch closely keep onesfingers crossed - wish that nothing goes wrong in the dark - keep someone without knowdge; information from somenoe hold off - delay;postpone hop to it - get started on something quickly hit it off - get along well with someone ill at ease - uncomfortable keep on ones toes - be ready for action; prepared knock oneself out - make a great effort make ends meet - to get just enough money for noes needs make out - manage;get along mean to - intentional; on purpose |