Bitter pill to swallow

The phrase "bitter pill to swallow" refers to something that is difficult to accept or come to terms with. It often describes a situation, truth, or fact that is unpleasant, disappointing, or challenging to absorb emotionally or mentally. Similar to swallowing a pill that has a bitter taste, it suggests that facing or acknowledging the difficult truth can be unpleasant but necessary.


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