accept the fact that

phrase

: to admit that (something is so)
He has to accept the fact that his baseball career is over.

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Admirable approaches from both of us—neither of which resulted in Marvin learning to tolerate strangers, see sense, adapt to changes in his routine, or accept the fact that his position at the center of our universe would soon be contested. Mattie Kahn, Vogue, 18 Aug. 2025 Yet, Devon, who desperately needs help with their ailing father, simply cannot accept the fact that Simone has gone no-contact. Sherri Gordon, Parents, 16 July 2025 The film follows the young singer Seti, who refuses to accept the fact that women in Iran are not allowed to perform in public. Zac Ntim, Deadline, 25 June 2025 The privileged class must accept the fact that their behavior is bad for everyone, including themselves. Jeff Smith, The Mercury News, 31 Jan. 2025 The men never did back down and accept the fact that they may have been abused. Christina Coulter, Fox News, 12 Oct. 2024 Even as more people accept the fact that the planet is warming, there remains considerable uncertainty about its local impact. W. Lee Howell, Foreign Affairs, 15 Jan. 2013

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