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face facts

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face (the) facts
to confront the truth about someone or something; to confront and accept the consequences of something. Eventually, you will have to face the facts. Times are hard.
See also: face, fact

face facts also let's face (the) facts
we must accept the truth of this (let's) face it You have to face facts - when your boss tells you she doesn't like your report, you'd better rewrite it.
Related vocabulary: get real
See also: face, fact


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We will be defeated if we do not abandon comfortable fantasies, face facts and shape strategy, policy and action accordingly.
Frank calls this Weekender equipment "adult toys"--undoubtedly useful for mowing, hauling, grading, feeding, and other odd jobs--but let's face facts.
Once they face facts, the Central Bank will change its position, and they'll end up cutting interest rates more quickly.
 
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