Bite the bullet

Thursday, July 30, 2026 · Idiom · Sayso Play puzzle #7

To "bite the bullet" means to face a difficult or unpleasant situation with courage and determination, even though it may be painful or uncomfortable. The phrase comes from old times when soldiers would literally bite on a bullet during surgery to help endure the pain without anesthesia. For example, someone might say, "I know the exam will be tough, but I just have to bite the bullet and study hard."