on the chin
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And if she says “no” to your request, take it on the chin like the good adult you are.
From MarketWatch ● Sep. 10, 2026
"So it's always going to be a bit of a challenge, but sometimes you've got to just take it on the chin, keep it stepping and it'll all be all right."
From BBC ● Jul. 26, 2026
I had to, you know, take it on the chin, or whatever.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 7, 2026
Between “Beef” and a few other TV shows and movies, the marriage industrial complex is really taking it on the chin this spring.
From Salon ● Apr. 23, 2026
Toby took it on the chin, with a smile.
From "We'll Fly Away" by Bryan Bliss
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