Face The Music (Verb)
Meaning
Accept the unpleasant consequences of one's actions.
Classification
Verbs of buying, selling, owning.
Examples
- She knew she would have to face the music for her dishonest reports eventually.
- When he got caught cheating on the exam, he knew he would have to face the music.
- The scandal forced the corrupt politician to face the music and resign from office.
- As his business went bankrupt, John had to face the music and deal with the financial aftermath.
- It was time for Sarah to face the music and apologize to her friend for her thoughtless words.