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Introduction
You know 'face' – it’s the part of your head with your eyes, nose and mouth. There are some English phrases with the word 'face' – learn some of them here with Beth.
Phrases with 'face'
keep a straight face
stay serious, often when you shouldn't laugh
- My brother couldn't keep a straight face when I spilt water all down myself.
face the music
deal with the consequences after doing something wrong
- She was so rude to her teacher. Now she'll have to face the music.
in your face
describes something bold and brave
- I can't believe you're wearing a neon t-shirt to work. It's really in your face!
written all over your face
your emotions are obvious
- What's wrong? I can tell you're upset. It's written all over your face.
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Beth
This is my face, but let's learn some phrases with 'face'.
If you struggle to keep a straight face, it's hard to stay serious. We usually use this about situations where you need to not laugh, but you can't help it.
I couldn't keep a straight face – it was so funny!
When you've done something wrong and have to deal with the consequences, you can say you have to face the music – deal with the issue.
Oh no… time to face the music. Wish me luck.
If something is in your face, it's bold and brave…
…like wearing that to work. Wow, that is quite in your face!
If something is written all over your face, you can't hide your emotions.
I can tell you don't like my new haircut – it's written all over your face!
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