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

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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