1. The new C.M. stuck his neck out today and promised 10 kgs. free wheat a month for all rural families.

2. He knew she was dead but was completely at sea about the cause of her death.

3. None of this hanky-panky, please talk straight

4. It was after a long time that the police was able to lay the thief by the heels.

5. His most trusted friend proved to be a snake in the grass.