face it
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But the delay, the expense and, let’s face it, the heartache, defeated us.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 30, 2026
"It is hard, but countries have to face it."
From Barron's • Apr. 9, 2026
He added that no family should ever receive a diagnosis like his daughter's and be left to face it alone.
From BBC • Mar. 31, 2026
So if you’re also struggling to get started, consider teaming up with a partner, friend or family member so that you don’t have to face it alone.
From MarketWatch • Mar. 31, 2026
I understood what was probably happening, but I wasn’t ready to face it.
From "Becoming" by Michelle Obama
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