Literally

bun in the oven

(phrase)Casual

What it actually means

A playful way of saying someone is pregnant — used in casual conversation, often when the news is still being shared informally.

In a sentence

expectingpregnant

everyday

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To force yourself through something unpleasant because you have to — to do the hard thing now and get it over with.

It's your turn to make a decision or take action — the responsibility has been passed to you.

To say or do exactly the right thing — to pinpoint the truth or solution precisely.