turn the other cheek
US /tɜrn ðə ˈʌðər tʃiːk/
UK /tɜrn ðə ˈʌðər tʃiːk/
1.
dar a outra face, não retaliar
to respond to an attack or insult by not retaliating and showing forgiveness or patience
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When he insulted me, I decided to turn the other cheek and walk away.
Quando ele me insultou, decidi dar a outra face e ir embora.
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It's hard to turn the other cheek when you feel wronged.
É difícil dar a outra face quando você se sente injustiçado.