To face a large task or project.

To rely on a single source (as of income), rather than diversifying.

(idiomatic) To live within one's means, without spending more than is affordable.

(idiomatic) One acts in a threatening way but is relatively harmless.

(idiomatic) A situation where either choice results in a negative outcome.

To make or take a bet. / (idiomatic) To take an obvious stake in the truth of a claim that one is making.

There is nothing someone can do to evade something.

(idiomatic) To avoid revealing one's thoughts, circumstances, or plans.

Alternative form of wear one's heart on one's sleeve

Alternative form of wear one's heart on one's sleeve