fish or cut bait
idiomTo make a decision, especially after a period of delay; to either take action now or forgo the opportunity.
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big fish
An important person.
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big fish in a small pond
One who has achieved a high rank or is highly esteemed, but only in a small, relatively unimportant, or little known location or organization.
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bigger fish to fry
A much more pressing issue to attend to.
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clear cut
Straightforward, obvious, simple, or basic.
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cold fish
A heartless individual; a person lacking empathy and emotion.
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cut a dash
To make a display of oneself; to give a conspicuous impression.
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cut a deal
To reach a negotiated agreement.
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cut a figure
To present an image; to make an impression.