Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see keep, one, head, down. / (idiomatic) To avoid trouble or attention.

(idiomatic) To come to terms with a fact, a state of affairs, etc. that one was previously unable or refusing to accept.

(colloquial) To be a sensible thinker capable of making sound decisions.

(idiomatic) Synonym of bury one's head in the sand

(idiomatic) Synonym of bury one's head in the sand

(idiomatic) Somewhere to live; shelter.

(slang) Indicating that a person is very foolish, or making a stupid decision.

plural of roof over one's head

(idiomatic) Of an animal: to cost more to feed than it is worth.

(idiomatic) With the threat or negative prospect of; acting as a constant preoccupation.