Meaning of the word "swallow your pride" in English

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swallow your pride

US /ˈswɑːloʊ jʊər praɪd/
UK /ˈswɑːloʊ jʊər praɪd/
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Idiom

1.

to do something that you think is beneath your dignity, or to admit that you were wrong, even if it is difficult

Example:
He had to swallow his pride and ask for help.
Sometimes you just have to swallow your pride and apologize.
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