make a fist of

cannot make it

Cannot reach satisfactory or expected standards or do something competently; describes someone in a hopeless situation.

doctors make the worst patients

It is difficult to advise people on subjects that they are experts on.

enough to make a cat laugh

Very outlandish or outrageous.

enough to make the angels weep

Something so distressing that it causes one to lose hope and faith.

fine feathers make fine birds

Something that appears beautiful or good is by definition beautiful or good.

fist magnet

An annoying or angering individual; someone who compels others to assault them in rage.

hand over fist

Quickly or in great quantity, especially in reference to earning money.

iron fist

Ruthless and usually unrestricted control.