be at the end of one's row(be in an impasse)

Cups and trays are scattered around in disorder.

to trace to very roots

sick beyond cure(past all hopes)

In the same breath

return of the troops to the capital

Spring Snow--highbrow art and literature

Elevate one's body and flying away

know nothing of the exact details

Have no skill in any of a hundred ways

Avoid fire and water

changeable as the weather

be out of touch with reality

to explore every avenue

close ranks against aliens

The house is full of guests.

palsy of one side

flowery expression(have a ready pen)

Handle affairs justly

conspire with people working inside