C1idiominformaldecisionsIELTS-friendly
bite the bullet
USUK
to make yourself do something unpleasant that you have been avoiding
Often 'bite the bullet and (do something)'. Used for unpleasant costs, tasks and decisions.
In context
I hate going to the dentist, but I finally bit the bullet and booked an appointment.
If the laptop keeps crashing, you'll have to bite the bullet and buy a new one.
More idioms about decisions
- a double-edged swordsomething that has both good and bad effects
- have second thoughtsto start to doubt a decision you have made and consider changing it
- it's up to youyou can decide; the choice is yours
- sit on the fenceto avoid choosing between two sides or options, especially in an argument
- think twiceto think very carefully before you decide to do something