pay one's dues »
To acquire status or to earn the right to enjoy certain benefits, especially through lengthy experience, hardship, or service to an organization.
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play one against another »
To manipulate two persons into competing against one another in a way that benefits the person carrying out the manipulation.
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shoot first and ask questions later »
To take action with serious consequences without delay, preserving the benefit of surprise by not providing indication of one's intent.
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suck up »
To adulate or flatter somebody excessively, generally to obtain some personal benefit or favour.
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to the victor go the spoils »
The winner of a conflict wins additional benefits, beyond just the subject of the conflict.
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worth the risk »
The benefit of the success is more valuable than the problems caused by the potential loss.
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you only get what you give »
There is a positive correlation between the effort one puts in and the benefits one receives.
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| BTW, Why won't you become an editor? |
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