a little of something goes a long way

a little bird told me

I received the information from a source which I am not prepared to disclose.

a little bit of bread and no cheese

Used to represent the song of the yellowhammer (Emberiza citrinella).

a little from column A, a little from column B

A combination of two factors or reasons.

a week is a long time in politics

In politics, much change can occur in a short space of time.

all the way to Egery and back

The long way; a roundabout route; a long distance to travel.

anything goes

There are no rules or restrictions.

as the day is long

Unceasingly; very; thoroughly; to a very high degree.

balloon goes up

Something exciting, risky, or troublesome begins.