face the music
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But Hegseth and maybe Waltz are more likely than anyone to face the music for the cacophony they caused — if anyone does.
From Salon • Mar. 27, 2025
It seems Adele will face the music for alleged plagiarism as a judge in Brazil orders a worldwide ban on one of the pop star’s songs.
From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 17, 2024
And then I’ll have to face the music.
From Slate • Jun. 29, 2023
The former president, Johnson believes, needs to face the music if he’s found guilty.
From Washington Post • Apr. 4, 2023
I glance at the clock—three minutes until he closes it and I have to face the music.
From "Odd One Out" by Nic Stone
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