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.

    以德報怨

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

      她面對批評時總是選擇寬容,不參與爭論。

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

      在被上司無理責罵後,他選擇寬容並繼續努力工作。

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

      儘管朋友背叛了他,他還是選擇寬容並原諒了他。