take the bull by the horns
Meaning: To take action in a difficult or unpleasant situation.
Language: English
Literally: (Already vivid in English)
Category: Animals
Origin: The expression take the bull by the horns does not suggest that the person is necessarily responsible for the difficult situation in the same way that to face the music does.
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