v.19 nautical phrases

the cat is out of the bag the secret is out

toe the line conform to the rules

there is the devil to pay there is trouble or difficulties ahead

a long shot something unlikely to work without luck

taken aback startled or surprised

show your true colors to reveal one's true personality or hidden intentions

run a tight ship to have someone or something under strict control

a loose cannon an unpredictable or dangerous person

knowing the ropes to have knowledge or experience about something

batten down the hatches preparing for trouble

Klicka