I want the whole ball of wax, not just parts of it.
whole ball of wax
idiomThe entire or overall plan, concept or action.
The company offered to buy the building, the equipment, and the staff—the whole ball of wax.
After reviewing the proposal, the committee decided to reject the whole ball of wax rather than negotiate the individual terms.
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ball hog
In team sports, a player who keeps the ball to themselves, rather than passing it.
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ball of fire
A person who is especially active, ambitious, hard-working, or high-achieving.
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ball of malt
A glass of whiskey.
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carry the ball
To lead in terms of responsibility, initiative, or progress.
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drop the ball
To fail in one's responsibilities or duties, or to make a mistake, especially at a critical point or when the result is very negative.
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get the ball rolling
To begin; to start some action; to set in motion.
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go the whole hog
To do something as completely or entirely as possible; to hold back or reserve nothing.
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ground ball with eyes
A weakly hit ground ball that barely evades the infielders.