have the floor
idiomTo have permission or time to speak, especially in a formal situation.
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floor it
To depress the accelerator to the maximum extent.
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floor one could eat off
An extremely clean floor.
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ground floor
The initial stage of a project.
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hold the floor
To give a speech at a gathering of people, particularly one that lasts for a long time and is the focus of attention in the room.
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tear up the dance floor
To engage vigorously in dancing.
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walk the floor
To pace back and forth restlessly, because of worry, excitement, distress, etc.
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wipe the floor with someone
To be well ahead of someone, or to win a competition by a considerable margin over someone.