Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
roll-with-the-punches
idiom
/rōl wɪð ðə ˈpʌnʧɪz/
Definition
To adjust to difficult situations or challenges as they arise without being overwhelmed.
Examples
- Even when things get tough at work, she knows how to roll with the punches.
- He learned to roll with the punches after facing several setbacks in his career.
Meaning
This phrase means to be flexible and resilient in the face of adversity, adapting to challenges rather than being defeated by them.
Synonyms
- adapt
- be flexible
- stay resilient
- overcome difficulties
