take something on the chin
idiomPart ofchin
take something on the chin — idiom
1. to accept a difficult or unpleasant situation bravely without complaining; also,
1.idiom
Definition
to accept a difficult or unpleasant situation bravely without complaining; also, to be badly damaged or affected by something
Example
The small shop took the economic downturn on the chin and managed to stay open.
Ravi took the criticism on the chin and worked to improve.