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Idiom: Bear The Brunt

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To endure the worst part of something.

Example Sentences

1
During the argument, he had to bear the brunt of her anger.
2
The elderly are often the ones who bear the brunt of rising healthcare costs.
3
The team's goalkeeper had to bear the brunt of the opposing team's fierce attacks.
4
The local residents bear the brunt of the noise pollution from the construction site.

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