1) As above , so below – as in heaven so on earth
Certain universal laws prevail as above, so below
2) Above the earth – alive
A man has to do something as long as he is above the earth.
3) Above board – honest and fair
The actions of successful politician are seldom above board.
4) Above Suspicion – should not only honest but should also seems honest
Successful politician always look above suspicion.
5) Abreast – to be fully informed , to be up to the mark
If you do not keep abreast of developments, you will loose out in your career.
6) To eat one’s cake and have it – to want to have the advantage of both the alternatives
You can not eat the cake and have it too.
7) To hold the baby – to bear responsibility
Nobody wants to hold the baby when an important decision is to be taken on a vital matter.
8) To dance attendance on – to pamper and flatter
Many men dance attendance on ministers and powerful men.
9) Big bad wolf – the fear on unknown
She was not afraid of the big bad wolf.
10) Aye or nay – yes or no
Whether you can help me or not say aye or nay.