expression
whether you like it or not; in any case; no matter what
Idiomatic expression used when a deadline, event, or outcome is approaching and cannot be changed, regardless of one's feelings. Often implies that time is running out.
泣いても笑っても、明日が試験の本番だ。
Whether you like it or not, tomorrow is the big exam.
No matter what, this project will be over in one week.