Matching Pairs Business idiomsOnline version Match the common business idiom on the left with its meaning on the right. by Dianne Rosky 1 Cut to the chase 2 Knock it out of the park 3 Belt and suspenders 4 Move the needle 5 Drink the Kool-Aid 6 Pull the trigger Perform exceedingly well; exceed expectations get to the important point quickly commit to a course of action by giving final approval very conservative, risk averse, characterized by overlapping protective measures make noticeable progress; make a noticeable difference become a firm believer; to accept an argument or philosophy wholeheartedly or blindly