A monumental social slip-up or an extremely embarrassing situation from which there's no dignified exit. Such a blunder is remembered for years.

To speak one's mind freely without filtering or holding back. Someone who doesn't hold back says everything they think.

To face a difficult situation personally, rather than running away or hiding. This phrase is often used to describe someone who takes responsibility and shows courage in the face of adversity.

To make a miscalculation or reckless move that leads to a worse situation. A single wrong step can undo everything built with effort, and its consequences are often harder to repair than the original problem ever was.