cakewalk

something very easy

Example:

The exam was easy - a cakewalk.

call

a decision, prediction

Example:

We've given them the project details, it's their call now.

call the shots

to be in charge

Example:

Marco Trochetti Provera calls the shots at Pirelli.

can of worms

a complex set of problems

Example:

I don't know how we can solve the problem - it's a real can of worms.

can't win 'em all

can't be successful at the time

Example:

Well, we got the IBM contract, but not the Acer job. Can't win 'em all.

carcass

a person's body

Example:

Move your carcass and let me sit down!

card

someone who makes you laugh

Example:

Jim is a card. He just comes in the room and everybody laughs.

carry weight

someone who has influence

Example:

John's the one who carries the weight around here. He makes all the important decisons.

carved in stone

something that cannot be changed

 

The dress code is carved in stone. You wear a tie or you don't work here.