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This idiom means 'to be able to retain a position of strength in a challenging situation.' For example, a gifted sprinter can 'hold her own' against world-class competitors, or a small company with a great engine can 'hold its own' against large car manufacturers.
Meaning 'something done very quickly or in a very short period of time,' similar to how fast an eye blinks. The host uses examples like life passing by quickly as one gets older, or a computer calculating complex problems 'in the blink of an eye'.
This idiom signifies 'to be extremely happy and delighted.' Examples include a team winning a championship or a man whose marriage proposal was accepted.
Meaning 'to make money quickly and easily.' This can be used positively, like having a garage sale, or negatively, as in a company caring more about making money quickly than product quality.
To 'have a bone to pick' means 'to have a complaint that needs to be discussed,' usually about something negative. Examples include a teacher having a complaint with a student's low test score or someone upset about their car being returned dirty.