He was down on his uppers and couldn't afford to pay his rent.

She finally found her voice and spoke up against injustice.

To one's way of thinking, the movie was a masterpiece.

There are many one-trick ponies in the entertainment industry.

There are many one-hit wonders in the music industry.

He steals my thunder every time I try to share my achievements.

She stole his thunder by announcing the news before he had a chance to.

He tugged his forelock as a sign of respect.

I owe him one for helping me move.

Sometimes, in order to improve a piece of writing, you have to murder your darlings and remove unnecessary parts.