All the expressions

Steer clear of tiny islands

Solution was ingenious. (clever, original, inventive)

2 conditions needed to be met.

I haven't the foggiest = I cannot understand

I sleep at recess

You're so off base

Bring it up

She came over to me.

It's not my jurisdiction.

Carry out without delay

Retain your position

Keep priority

Protracted siege

I had been unlucky in my affections sadly?

Sooner rather than later

He is 'know-it-all' guy