go for the throat

drag one's balls across

To exert extreme, often aggressive, power or control over; dominate.

do one's utmost

To make the greatest possible effort.

whip into shape

To exert considerable effort to change something or someone into a des…

lick into shape

To exert considerable effort to change (someone or something) into a d…

put one's mind to it

To apply oneself; to exert a directed effort.

get one's ass in gear

To exert effective effort; to get going; to get moving; to start produ…