The idiom "stir up a hornet's nest" means to create a disturbance or conflict by saying something that someone disagrees with, bringing up an old issue, or causing someone to become angry or upset.

The idiom "down and out" is used to describe someone who is in a very difficult or unfortunate situation, usually financially or economically. It can also refer to someone who is homeless, unemployed, or living in poverty.

The idiom "pass away" is used to describe the act of dying, as well as the state of being deceased or departed from this world. It's a common way of expressing condolences and sympathy to someone who has lost a loved one.

The idiom "go down like a lead balloon" means to fail or collapse suddenly and spectacularly. It's often used to describe an event that was highly anticipated but ended up being a disappointment.

The idiom "blue-collar" refers to a person who works in physical labor or manual occupation, typically characterized by wearing blue-colored clothing.