To cope; to be successful in something despite adversity.
make something of oneself
To become successful on one's own initiative.
smash hit
Something that is tremendously popular or successful.
turn in one's grave
To be appalled, offended or disgusted by something, despite being dece…
throw caution to the wind
To do something despite the risks.
the nose knows
Despite the addressee's belief that the speaker was unaware of somethi…
better for it
In a more favorable position on the whole due to something, despite po…