“In the red”

“Dead set against”

Strongly opposed to something.

“Draw a blank”

To fail to remember or find an answer.

“Call the tune”

To control what happens.

“Draw the short straw”

To be chosen for an unpleasant task.

“Corner the market”

To dominate a market.

“Even the score”

To make a situation equal after being behind.

“Fill the gap”

To provide what is missing.

“Beat the odds”

To succeed despite low chances.