have the face to

have the (brass) face to (do something)

To have the will to do something bold, rude, or impudent; to have the nerve to do something. Wow, I can't believe that intern had the brass face to ask for a raise on her first day! You really have the face to ask Mom for money when you know she's in a bad mood? OK, well, you can't say I didn't warn you! I can't believe that girl has the brass face to push her way to the front of the line like that!

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have the (brass) face to

have the effrontery to do something. dated

See also: face, have, to

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