be kind and generous(be most liberal and large-minded)

hate someone to the core

panic(be on tenterhooks; with great anxiety)

The world is at peace.(omen of peace in the country with river clear and sea calm)

a chit of a girl(silly little girl)

Act like a rat

fail to obtain the desired results

sigh in despair(heave deep sighs)

Look with great expression

gather parts into a whole

burst into tears(crack up)

blowing hot and cold

too late to repent(too late for repentance)

crafty(artful; slick; cunning)

not care a tinker's damn

look out for yourself(Try to do your best.)

ensure stable yields despite drought or excessive rain

in a cold,bare room

be located in a strategic place

gammon and spinach(gas and gaiters)