take a back seat

take a back seat
Meaning: take a less important position.
Example: The founder of the company decided to take a back seat and let the board members run the business.

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take it on the chin

Meaning: this is a boxing metaphor meaning don't shy away from difficulty

Example: You're going to have to take it on the chin when your father gets home and sees what you've done. Read on

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