Meaning of the word "take something on the chin" in English
What does "take something on the chin" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
take something on the chin
US /teɪk ˈsʌmθɪŋ ɑn ðə tʃɪn/
UK /teɪk ˈsʌmθɪŋ ɒn ðə tʃɪn/
Idiom
to accept a difficult or unpleasant situation without complaining
Example:
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He had to take the criticism on the chin and move forward.
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When things go wrong, you just have to take it on the chin.