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English Idioms

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Talk Turkey
Meaning: To talk frankly and bluntly
Example: The two teams are prepared to talk turkey in order to solve their problems.

The ball is in someone's court
Meaning: If the ball is in someone's court, it means that it is him or her to make the next decision or take the next action.
Example: The ball is in the supervisor's court. He should decide what to do in the resignation of all members in his team.

Tighten your belt
Meaning: Spend less money because you have less money to spend than before
Example: Ester has to tighten her belt since she has lost her job.