Be chasing (one's) (own) tail American British verb phrase
Used when someone is busy to do a lot of things but achieve little and do not lead to progress
I have been chasing my tail all day, but I haven't finished any tasks.
Used when one wishes to engage in sex with someone
They admitted that they were chasing tail in the bar last night.
The verb "be" should be conjugated according to its tense.
The sound made when the ball hits the bat in cricket
I think his physical fitness is still very good because the sound of leather on willow is very strong and loud.