Complete the idioms. Use some of them in the correct form to comment on each situation
on the road
to run
the show
to set
to follow
the limelight
go on
to get the show [ ] — to put a plan into action
[ ] the show — to take charge of an event or activity
to steal [ ] — to receive the most attention/praise
[ ] the scene — to describe a place or situation in which a story is set
to be a hard/tough act [ ] — to be so good that it is not likely that anyone or anything that comes after will be as good
to be in [ ] — to be the focus of everyone's attention
the show must [ ] — an event or activity must continue despite any problems
You really liked the dance that was in a theatre performance. You say:
"The part of the play with the dance [ ]."
Your best friend is very popular and likes to be the focus of everyone's attention. You say:
"Sam likes to [ ]."
Your friend and you are planning a cool party. You say:
"I can't wait until the evening. Let's [ ] a bit earlier."
Your classmate has shown good results in the swimming competition. You are taking part in the same competition and tell your friend:
"It will be [ ] your results, but I'll try."
Your English homework is to create a horror story, but you don't know what to start with. Your sister offers help and says:
"First, let's [ ]: It was a dark, windy night… ."