ride with the punches

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English

Verb

ride with the punches

(intransitive, of a boxer) To deflect the force of an opponent's punches by moving the body adroitly.
(intransitive, figurative, by extension) To cope with adversity by being flexible in attitude.

Synonyms

roll with the punches

See also

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