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.