hang by the eyelids

To have a loose grip on something. Can be used either literally or figuratively. For the tug-of-war, don't just hang by the eyelids, gentlemen! Really get a secure grip on the rope and keep a strong stance! I currently have a D in this class, but I'm just hanging by the eyelids—I really need to get a tutor.

Common Names:

Name	Pronounced	Usage
Anissa	-	English
Donatienne	-	French
Hitomi	hee-to-mee	Japanese
Ludo	-	Dutch
GÜLten	-	Turkish
Quim	-	Portuguese, Catalan