The idiom "long run" refers to a period of time that is extendable into the future, often referring to the effects of a decision or action that may not become apparent immediately but will have consequences over an extended period.

The idiom "down to the wire" means being very close to a final decision or to the completion of something, often with only a small amount of time left before reaching that point.

The idiom "not have a clue" means to be completely ignorant or unaware of something, to not know anything about it, or to lack knowledge on a particular topic. It can also indicate that someone is confused or uncertain about a situation.

The idiom "none of your lip" means that someone is not willing to talk about a particular topic or person. It suggests that the speaker is not interested in the subject being discussed, or they have no information to contribute.

The idiom "the ball is rolling" refers to the progress or forward motion of something that has started moving, especially when it has gained momentum and is now rolling smoothly.