(idiomatic) The physical characteristics of the terrain or surrounding natural environment.

(Britain) lay of the land

(idiomatic, dated) A person, male or female, who is admired and very popular in local society, and who is sought after to attend parties, public events, etc.

(idiomatic, archaic) To bear marks of great study and labor.

(UK, sports) Finishing in last place in the standings in a league or tournament.

(informal, derogatory) An undesirable individual; the worst type of person or people.

(transitive, idiomatic) To save from impending failure, destruction, or defeat.

Synonym of pull someone's bacon out of the fire (“rescue someone, especially at the last moment”) / To do another person's difficult work.

Alternative form of pull out of the fire

Alternative form of pull someone's bacon out of the fire