Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

not-have-the-face

idiomatic expression

/nɒt hɑːv ðə feɪs/

Definition

To lack the courage or audacity to do something.

Examples

He didn’t have the face to ask her out after all the times he stuttered around her.
She wanted to complain about the service but didn’t have the face to do it in front of the manager.
After making a mistake in the meeting, he realized he didn’t have the face to own up to it.

Meaning

This phrase is often used to describe a person who is hesitant or unwilling to confront a challenging situation or to take responsibility for their actions.