take the bitter with the sweet

bitter end

The end of a long and difficult process.

cross to take up

Alternative form of cross to bear.

forget to take one's medication this morning

To be annoyed or irritable, or to behave in an ill-mannered way, particularly in the morning.

give and take

A process of compromise or accommodation.

give someone an inch and someone will take a mile

Alternative form of give them an inch and they'll take a mile.

home sweet home

Expressing contentment or relief at residing in or returning to one's own home.

I take it

Used to express one's understanding of another's position.

keep someone sweet

To keep someone friendly or satisfied by complying with their wishes or preferences.