We worked behind the scenes to make this happen.

I tried to explain it to him blue in the face but he still didn't understand.

We will ring down the curtain on this production.

The scandal was a great blot on the escutcheon of the family.

His ideas are always off the wall.

The old sweater was coming apart at the seams.

In the past, I used to play soccer every day.

Some people undercut themselves by constantly doubting their abilities.

He put his mind to finishing the project on time , and worked tirelessly until it was completed to the best of his ability .

She's definitely in the running for the promotion, but there are a few other strong candidates as well .