English / idiom
Face the Music
MEANING IN ENGLISH
To accept the unpleasant consequences of one's actions, mistakes, or debts.
In context
01
After reckless credit card spending, Liam had to face the music and deal with debt collectors.
02
Avoiding the lender will not solve anything; eventually you must face the music and renegotiate terms.
Synonyms
accept the consequences,take one's medicine,pay the piper
Antonyms
evade responsibility,shirk consequences,run away
Collocations
time to face the music,force someone to face the music,bravely face the music