idiom
Face the Music
FAYS the MYOO-zik
/feɪs ðə ˈmjuːzɪk/Listen
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Syllable breakdown
FAYStheMYOOzik
Dictionary meaning
To accept and deal with the unpleasant consequences of one's actions; to confront criticism, punishment, or difficulty that cannot be avoided.
Examples
- After missing the deadline, she had to face the music with her manager.
- He could no longer hide the financial losses; it was time to face the music.
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