168 Face up to

168 Face up to

(PW) accept something unpleasant or difficult

You need to face up to the fact that you did not win the election.

 

(free) vb

(intr, adverb + preposition)

to accept (an unpleasant fact, reality, etc.)

 

 

(usingEnglish) Accept an unpleasant truth

Example: Many people find it hard to FACE UP TO the fact that they are getting old.