face the truth

基本解释

Because we fear that we do not have the strength and courage to face the truth of our situation.
因为我们担心自己没有足够的力量和勇气去面对这样的真实境况。
Founders that are either too stubborn to see reason or different points of view, or too scared to face the truth are not going to impress.
那些不是对于劝说或者不同意见过于顽固，就是害怕面对事实的创业者是很难让人有深刻的印象的。
If you’re not ready to face the truth, don’t bother seeking the advice.
如果你还没准备好接受事实，那么不必自找麻烦寻求别人的建议了。

"I don't care what happens, I hope I am alive to really look into Obasanjo's face one day and ask him to tell the world the truth about what happened.

How many of us are truly up to the task of choosing to face the truth even if it creates conflict?
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