set the stage

all set

Ready, prepared, equipped.

exit stage left

An orderly and uneventful departure, timed so as not to detract or distract.

game, set, match

An expression indicating finality, announcing that a series of events—usually involving some form of rivalry—has reached a conclusion.

grow a set

Synonym of grow a pair.

hold the stage

To dominate a debate or field of interest; to be the main subject of attention.

jet set

A social class of wealthy people who travel for pleasure.

set a spell

To sit down for a period of time, especially in the company of other people and in order to relax or to engage in casual conversation.

set back

To cost money.