Turn the other cheek

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Non-Violent Response

Used to express a deliberate choice to not react with aggression or revenge.

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The teacher was harsh, but I chose to turn the other cheek.

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Inner Strength

Shows emotional restraint and maturity in challenging situations.

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After being insulted, he calmly turned the other cheek.

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Avoid Escalation

Advises preventing a situation from becoming worse by not responding to provocation.

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They yelled at me, but to avoid a fight, I turned the other cheek.

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