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to grin and bear something
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to accept or tolerate a difficult or undesirable situation that one cannot change without complaint
Idiom
InformalWhat is the origin of the idiom "grin and bear something" and when to use it?
The phrase "grin and bear something" is used to imply that one should face adversity with a positive attitude and patience, even if it's uncomfortable or challenging. The origin of this phrase is uncertain, but it likely developed over time as a way to convey the idea of remaining cheerful in the face of adversity.
Example
Despite the challenging weather conditions, the marathon runner grinned and bore it all the way to the finish line.
Jane had to grin and bear her demanding boss's criticism to keep her job.
When faced with a long and boring meeting, Tom tried to grin and bear it to maintain professionalism.
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