the first lady of, A woman regarded as the most important, respected or successful person in a particular field., …from hell, An informal expression used after a noun to describe an extremely unpleasant, difficult or disastrous example of something., fall off the radar, To stop attracting attention, communicating or being noticed; to disappear from public awareness., go the extra mile, To make more effort than is expected or required, usually to help someone or achieve an excellent result., do exactly what it says on the tin, To perform precisely the function that its name or description promises. The expression originated in a British advertising slogan., be like nailing jelly to a wall, To be extremely difficult or nearly impossible because the subject is unclear, unstable or constantly changing., be cool with something, To be happy with, relaxed about or willing to accept something. It is very informal., float someone’s boat, To appeal to, excite or interest someone. It is usually used informally., big time, Extremely, seriously or to a very great degree. It can also refer to the highest level of success., End of story!, Used to say that a decision is final or that there is nothing more to discuss. It can sound firm, impatient or confrontational., Too much information! / TMI!, Used when someone shares personal, embarrassing or unpleasant details that the listener would rather not know., Don’t even go there!, Used to stop someone from mentioning or discussing a subject because it is annoying, sensitive, embarrassing or likely to cause an argument.

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