The idiom "out of the frying pan into the fire" means to leave a difficult or uncomfortable situation and enter another that is even more difficult or unpleasant. It suggests that one has been trapped or in danger, and in trying to escape, they find themselves facing something worse.

The idiom "in the bad books" means that someone has done something wrong or offended someone, which has caused them to be disliked or avoided. It is a figurative expression that suggests that someone's behavior has put them in a negative light.

The idiom "come out swinging" means to start a fight or confrontation without any hesitation, usually after being provoked or attacked. It can also refer to someone who is ready and willing to tackle a difficult task or situation with determination and forcefulness.

The literal meaning of the idiom "hot potato" is a spud that is boiled in hot water and served in a hot dish. However, metaphorically speaking, it refers to a situation or problem that is uncomfortable or difficult to deal with.

The idiom "make no bones about" means to be direct and honest, to speak plainly or directly, to have no reservations about something. It is often used to indicate that someone is not hiding anything or trying to deceive others.