He is peeing in someone's cornflakes.

I didn't mean to tread on your corns, I was just trying to help.

I asked my friend to dust my jacket before the party.

Her kind words gladdened his heart.

Her kind words warmed my heart.

I always try to stay on my boss's good side.

I can catch your drift.

I am excited to make your acquaintance at the party tonight.

I had to bust my ass to finish the project on time.

She is always stepping on someone's toes with her blunt comments.