turn the other cheek

Related to word: turn

Idiom

Definition

  1. To choose not to retaliate or seek revenge when someone has wronged you; to forgive or endure an offense.

    以德报怨

    • She always chooses to turn the other cheek when faced with criticism, not engaging in arguments.

      她面对批评时总是选择宽容,不参与争论。

    • After being unjustly scolded by his boss, he turned the other cheek and continued to work hard.

      在被上司无理责骂后,他选择宽容并继续努力工作。

    • Despite his friend's betrayal, he chose to turn the other cheek and forgive him.

      尽管朋友背叛了他,他还是选择宽容并原谅了他。