bitter pill
Example Sentences
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That has been an especially bitter pill for Osaka, which is hosting the 2025 World Expo and was counting on the advertising giant’s support to pull off the event.
From New York Times
"When they told us there was treatment available for Teddi it was kind of a bitter pill to swallow because Nala can't be helped," says Ally.
From BBC
“That was a bitter pill when that happened, and all I can say is we’re doing something about it,” Gov. Ron DeSantis said Tuesday.
From Seattle Times
What it really is is a master class on wedge issues and our shared humanity, delivered by comedians who know that laughter can be at once a bitter pill and the best medicine.
From Washington Post
The compliment didn’t sweeten the bitter pill I now had to swallow.
From Los Angeles Times
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