"Put a sock in it" is an idiom that means to shut up or be quiet. It is a metaphorical way of telling someone to stop talking or being too loud, as if they were trying to stuff their foot into a sock and couldn't get it in.

The idiom "snow under" means to work very hard or be extremely busy, often to the point of being overwhelmed or stressed. It can also mean to perform well under pressure or in a difficult situation.

The idiom "prick up ears" means to listen attentively or pay close attention to something being said. It can also mean to become alert or aware of something happening around you.

The idiom "no love lost" means that there is no need to worry about any negative consequences of an action or decision, as the outcome will not be dire. It suggests that things will work out in the end and that there is no harm done.

The idiom "wag the dog" is used to describe a situation where someone or something is causing chaos or stirring up trouble in order to divert attention away from a problem or issue.