bear, take, etc. the brunt of something
idiomPart ofbear
bear, take, etc. the brunt of something — idiom
1. To receive the main force or impact of something unpleasant.
1.idiom
Definition
To receive the main force or impact of something unpleasant.
Example
Small businesses bore the brunt of the economic downturn.
During the storm, the coastal town took the brunt of the damage.