The idiom "going to hell in a handbasket" is used to describe a situation or person that is deteriorating rapidly, often in an unexpected or dramatic way. It suggests that the situation is getting worse at an alarming rate and that it may not be able to recover from its current state.

The idiom "paddle own canoe" means that people are responsible for their own problems or decisions, and they should not expect others to fix them or make them. It emphasizes self-reliance and independence.

The idiom "yellow streak" refers to a person who is extremely cowardly or timid, lacking courage or bravery in situations that require them.

The idiom "lower the bar" generally means to make something easier or less difficult. It can also mean to accept or tolerate something that is considered inferior or below standard.

The idiom "pay as you go" means that someone is making a payment for something only when they receive or use the product or service being purchased. This payment may be made in cash, credit card, or on an account basis, depending on the agreement between the buyer and the seller.