bite the bullet

Example Sentences

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“But with a strong enough discount, people may bite the bullet and get one.”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 9, 2025

“The only way to avoid this problem is not to have the lease in the first place and they should bite the bullet and get rid of it,” James added.

From Seattle Times • Oct. 20, 2023

I made the decision there that we’re going to bite the bullet and get an e-bike.

From Slate • Jun. 2, 2023

Should I just bite the bullet and start using these platforms, even though I find it daunting, or should I stick to my principles?

From Washington Post • Mar. 29, 2023

Why didn't my mom bite the bullet and enter into a fake marriage to get us green cards faster?

From "Americanized" by Sara Saedi