Used to express a deliberate choice to not react with aggression or revenge. The teacher was harsh, but I chose to turn the other cheek.
Pro Tip 2/3
Inner Strength
Shows emotional restraint and maturity in challenging situations. After being insulted, he calmly turned the other cheek.
Pro Tip 3/3
Avoid Escalation
Advises preventing a situation from becoming worse by not responding to provocation. They yelled at me, but to avoid a fight, I turned the other cheek.