You need to grow some balls and tell him the truth.
grow some balls
idiomTo be brave; to show some courage, especially in a situation where one has so far failed to do so.
He was afraid to ask for a raise, but his friend told him it was time to grow some balls and talk to his boss.
After years of silent resentment, she finally decided to grow some balls and confront the board of directors about their unethical business practices.
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absence makes the heart grow fonder
One feels more love or affection for those one loves when parted from them.
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balls of steel
Courage, audacity.
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balls to the wall
With maximum effort or commitment.
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bust one's balls
To work very hard; to put in a lot of effort.
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cobblers
[Cockney slang]balls or 'bollocks'
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drag one's balls across
To exert extreme, often aggressive, power or control over; dominate.
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great balls of fire
Expressing great surprise.
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grow a pair
To be brave; to show some courage, especially in a situation in which one has so far failed to do so.