embrace the suck

Definition

Accept and endure difficult, uncomfortable, or unpleasant circumstances without complaint. The military philosophy of acknowledging that yes, this is terrible, but complaining won't improve it.

Example Usage

It's going to be 95 degrees in full kit for this 10-mile ruck march, so just embrace the suck.

Origin

Modern military slang, gained prominence during Iraq and Afghanistan deployments

Fun Fact

The phrase has become so embedded in military culture it appears on unofficial morale patches, t-shirts, and has spawned numerous motivational products.

Source: Contemporary military motivational slang

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