Does it mean that he finally made up his mind to face with his drinkig problem?

[Nenad11]

English Language Tests, Intermediate level

ESL/EFL Test #324 "English Slang Idioms (45)", question 8

He finally came to ......... with his drinking problem and started attending AA meetings.

(a) face
(b) grips
(c) reality
(d) end

English Language Tests, Intermediate level

ESL/EFL Test #324 "English Slang Idioms (45)", answer 8

He finally came to grips with his drinking problem and started attending AA meetings.

Correct answer: (b) grips

Your answer was: incorrect
He finally came to face with his drinking problem and started attending AA meetings.
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Does it mean that he finally made up his mind to face with his drinkig problem? To get nettle with, Is it possible as to a substitution instead of coming to grips with?

[Linda]

Yes, to come to grips with means to face and accept a problem/situation for what it is.
As far as 'nettle', the only expression I'm aware of is "to grasp the nettle is to attempt or approach something (that is difficult or scary) with boldness and courage."
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