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Put on a brave face meaning

What does the saying 'Put on a brave face' mean?

Idiom: Put on a brave face

Meaning:

If you put on a brave face, or put a brave face on something, you behave confidently or cheerfully even though things are difficult.
('Brave front' is also used.)

Country: International English | Subject Area: Body and bodily functions | Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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