suck it up, buttercup

Deal with it

A dismissive command to stop complaining and deal with a difficult situation.

The rhyme softens what might otherwise sound harsh, giving it a teasing or affectionate edge—often used among friends or family.

You don't want to run in the rain? Suck it up, buttercup.

The "buttercup" adds irony, addressing someone as delicate while telling them to toughen up.

Related

bite the bullet · no excuses · perseverance · self-discipline · mental toughness · tough it out · adaptability · chin up · buck up · rise above · stoicism · stiff upper lip · take it on the chin · grin and bear it · determination · tough love · fortitude · push through

Opposites
emotional response style

suck it up, buttercupthere there

Consoling utterance

let it all out · coddling · mollycoddling · pampering · hand-holding

coping advice

suck it up, buttercuptake care of yourself

Parting wish for health

let it all out · self-compassion

Family

buttercup, butter, sucked, sucking, sucker, suckers

Familiarity
Top 500,000
Profile
Known to kids · Mostly American · Abstract · Everyday, not technical · Rated PG