What is another word for march up to the cannon's mouth?

Pronunciation: [mˈɑːt͡ʃ ˌʌp tə ðə kˈanənz mˈa͡ʊθ] (IPA)

March up to the cannon's mouth is an old idiom that means to be brave in the face of danger or to approach a difficult situation boldly. There are various synonyms for this phrase, such as 'step up to the plate', 'face the music', 'take the bull by the horns' and 'bite the bullet'. All these phrases refer to the same thing - to confront a daunting situation with courage, determination and grit. Regardless of the phrase used, the underlying message is clear - don't back down in the face of a challenge, be fearless and resolute. These sayings can serve as powerful motivators when one is up against a difficult task or obstacle.

What are the hypernyms for March up to the cannon's mouth?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.
  • Other hypernyms:

    engage in battle, engage in conflict, Face an adversary, Stand up to a challenge, Step into the unknown, Step up to a test, Test one's courage, challenge fate, face danger, put oneself at risk.

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