Here's an idiom for you to try out this week in your daily speaking practice!
This phrase is a really nice one to use and isn't too tricky !
When you have to do something you find that you are embarrassed about - we say you 'swallow your pride' and get on with it.
It's always used with a possessive:
my pride
your pride
his/her pride
our pride
their pride
Let’s have a look at some examples:
He was forced to swallow his pride and ask if he could have his old job back.
I'll have to swallow my pride and admit this was a terrible idea.
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