Please focus on the matter at hand.
matter at hand
idiomThe current issue, which requires immediate attention.
We have many projects, but let us focus on the matter at hand before starting anything new.
Although the committee members frequently digressed into unrelated historical anecdotes, the chairperson repeatedly steered the discussion back to the urgent matter at hand.
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back of one's hand
A display of disrespect or scorn.
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bear a hand
To make haste; to help quickly.
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big hand
Synonym of minute hand (on a clock face).
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bite someone's hand off
To enthusiastically accept an offer.
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bite the hand that feeds one
To cause harm to a benefactor (especially one that one is dependent on, thus with the idea that this behaviour is self-damaging).
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cap in hand
In a humble and respectful manner.
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cold hand
Used in reference to a player who fails to make successful shots in a game.
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deal a bad hand
To assign unfavorable circumstances in life to someone.