Definition of «to face the music»

"To face the music" means to accept the consequences or deal with the unpleasant or difficult situation that you have caused or are involved in.

She also faced the music instead of going into hiding after an incredibly embarrassing loss. (sbnation.com)
Get over it, they say — let's just face the music and adapt. (tyler.blogware.com)
Now we are trying to work up the courage to face the music once again. (valuewalk.com)
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