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suck it up(
suhk
ihd
uhp
)An intransitive verb phrase is a phrase that combines a verb with a preposition or other particle and does not require a direct object (e.g., Everybody please stand up.).
1. (figurative) (slang) (general)
A phrase used as a figure of speech or a word that is symbolic in meaning; metaphorical (e.g., carrot, bean).
A very informal word or phrase used by a particular group or community as a substitute for standard language (e.g., joint, john).
a. aguantarse
I don't like the department I was transfered to, but I have to suck it up if I want to keep my job.No me gusta el departamento al que me transfirieron, pero tengo que aguantármelo si quiero mantener mi trabajo.
b. tragarse
I can't stand my father-in-law and this year we're going to her house for New Year's Eve. I'm going to have to suck it up.Detesto a mi suegro y este año nos toca despedir el año en su casa. Voy a tener que tragármelo.
c. tragarse el sapo
If you offered to help him, you're going to have to suck it up. You can't back out.Si te ofreciste a ayudarlo, vas a tener que tragarte el sapo. No puedes echarte para atrás.
d. hacer de tripas corazón (Spain)
Regionalism used in Spain
It's his birthday this month and I don't have a lot of money. I'll just have to suck it up and buy him a gift anyway.Es su cumpleaños este mes y no tengo mucho dinero. Voy a tener que hacer de tripas corazones y comprarle un regalo de todas formas.
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