a bird's-eye view of... Looking down from the seventh floor balcony gave them a bird's-eye view of the street below. You can get a bird’s-eye view of the city by going to the topmost floor.
ktoś kto wybił się na przekór wszystkiemu i wszystkim
You are not worth my time or energy; I have bigger fish to fry. I want Chris to help me with this project, but he claims he has bigger fish to fry right now.
I’m sorry that I have to turn down a glass at your offer because it does not meet my needs.
ogarnąć się (szerokie znacz.) To organize oneself, begin acting in a serious and mature manner, and start performing the way in which others expect of one.