Hit a home run
To achieve great success.

Throw in the towel
To give up; to admit defeat.

Jump on the bandwagon
To join a popular trend or activity.

Level playing field
A situation where everyone has the same opportunity.

Keep your eye on the ball
To stay focused on what you are doing.

Call the shots
To be in control; to make decisions.

Out of left field
Something unexpected or surprising.

In the ballpark
Within a reasonable range; approximately correct.

Take a rain check
To postpone or reschedule something.

Hit below the belt
To act unfairly or unethically.

Back to square one
To start over from the beginning.

Break a record
To surpass a previous achievement.

Take the plunge
To make a bold decision.

Put on the back burner
To postpone something; to prioritize other things.

Run the race
To complete a difficult task or challenge.

Hit the ground running
To start a project or task with enthusiasm and energy.

On the sidelines
Not participating; being an observer.

Take a shot at
To try something; to make an attempt.

Know the ropes
To understand how things work; to be experienced.

Play hardball
To be tough and aggressive in negotiations or competition.