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Face the music

//ˌfeɪs ðə ˈmjuːzɪk// verb

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Verb
  1. 1
    To accept or confront the unpleasant consequences of one's actions. idiomatic

    "As for that husband of yours, I don't think much of him, and I tell you so candidly. Running away and leaving you to face the music."

  2. 2
    accept the unpleasant consequences of one's actions wordnet

Etymology

Origin uncertain; possible sources which have been suggested include the following: * A performer on a stage facing the music from the orchestra pit when confronting a possibly hostile audience. * The historical act of a soldier who was dishonourably discharged from military service being paraded in front of other soldiers to the sound of a drum or music. * A soldier facing the noise of battle (music being military slang for the sound of gunfire or other ordnance).

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