“Against all odds”

“By a hair”

By a very small amount.

“Change hands”

To pass from one owner to another.

“Come under fire”

To receive strong criticism.

“Cover all bases”

To prepare for every possibility.

“Clear as day”

Very obvious or easy to understand.

“Carve out a niche”

To create a specific position in a market or field.

“Call a spade a spade”

To speak honestly and directly.

“Cost a pretty penny”

To cost a lot of money.