Alternative form of look what the cat's dragged in

(idiomatic) Used as an ironic acknowledgement of someone's arrival, especially to imply that they are unwelcome or disagreeable in some way.

History (or progress) moves ahead, no matter the criticism it may attract.

(idiomatic) To announce one's candidacy in a contest

Alternative form of don't look a gift horse in the mouth

Good fortune or providential aid comes to those who make an effort to accomplish things.

plural of jack-in-the-box

An imprecation that everyone should look after their own interests, leaving those who cannot cope to whatever fate befalls them.

Alternative form of sing from the same hymnbook

(idiomatic) To state (something) directly; as opposed to in a long-winded way.