| Clue | Source | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Facing up bravely to an ordeal (6,3,6) | ||
| Resignedly choosing to tackle a difficult situation | The Washington Post | 12 Feb 2016 |
| Sucking it up | Universal | 17 Apr 2015 |
| Sucking it up | ||
| Facing up to expected hardship | ||
| Sucking it up | ||
| Facing up to expected hardship | ||
| Sucking it up | ||
| Cracking a shell? |