take it on the chin
take it on the chin
endure or accept misfortune courageously.
The image here is of a boxing blow taken squarely on the chin.
1998 - Times - The occasional bad decision is inevitable and when it comes the players must take it on the chin.
Related Idioms :
keep your chin up
remain cheerful in difficult circumstances – informal
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