Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

to bite the bullet

idiom

/tuː baɪt ðə ˈbʌlɪt/

Definition

To endure a painful or unpleasant situation that is unavoidable.

Examples

After months of procrastination, she decided to bite the bullet and finally start her thesis.
He didn’t want to go to the dentist, but he knew he had to bite the bullet and get it over with.

Meaning

This phrase suggests that sometimes we have to face difficult circumstances or make tough decisions for the greater good or to overcome a challenge, often implying a sense of bravery or resilience.