Definition of Take it on the chin

1. Verb. Undergo failure or defeat.

Generic synonyms: Fail, Go Wrong, Miscarry

Definition of Take it on the chin

1. Verb. (idiomatic) To accept a difficult situation without complaining. ¹

¹ Source: wiktionary.com

Lexicographical Neighbors of Take It On The Chin

take hostage
take ill
take in
take in charge
take in vain
take in water
take into account
take inventory
take issue
take issue with
take it away
take it easy
take it from me
take it in turns
take it like a man
take it on the chin (current term)
take it or leave it
take it out on
take it outside
take it to the bank
take it up the arse
take its toll
take kindly
take kindly to
take leave
take leave of one's senses
take life as it comes
take lightly

Literary usage of Take it on the chin

Below you will find example usage of this term as found in modern and/or classical literature:

1. Merriam-Webster's Dictionary of English Usage by Inc. Merriam-Webster (1994)
"For instance, you can “take a swim,” “take a drink,” “take your time,” take it on the chin,” or “take a size six.” Who is confused by such everyday phrases? ..."

2. Island Song Lyrics Volume 5by Larry W. Jones by Larry W. Jones (2004)
"... let the teardrops now begin I'll just take it on the chin If your love I still can't win Paradise has lost its lure Yes, let the teardrops now begin ..."

3. Island Song Lyrics by Larry W. Jones (2003)
"... to take it on the chin and be a man As these tears begin to fall in this island sand I've got to sweep the cottage floor like you used to do Then I'll ..."

4. Climate Change, Sustainable Economic Systems & Welfare by Tim Mount (1993)
"The tentative conclusion is that rich countries can adapt to climate change but poor countries may take it on the chin. ..."

5. Hypnosis by Lucas Hyde (2005)
"'People get back together all the time,' she said watching him carefully. 'Julian... don't you think he'll just take it on the chin? ..."

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