turn the other cheek

phrase

: to respond to injury or unkindness with patience : forgo retaliation

Examples of turn the other cheek in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Cue an increasingly fraught war of words — and, eventually and inevitably, other very American weapons — in the congregation, with even the good preacher tiring of turning the other cheek. — Guy Lodge, Variety, 1 Sep. 2026

Here’s what pet owners should know when their dog’s rear starts raising questions, and what to keep an eye on before turning the other cheek. — Lauren Paige Richeson, USA Today, 19 Aug. 2026

Crerand was tough, quick-tempered, never turned the other cheek and didn’t always choose diplomacy as a way to settle a score. — Andy Mitten, New York Times, 13 July 2026

For their part, Bonta’s office is turning the other cheek to Meta’s damages reaction. — Dominic Patten, Deadline, 8 July 2026

Rhymes for turn the other cheek

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