be the bigger man

verb

Definitions

  1. To walk away from a conflict to prevent it from escalating.

    • Even if it's in retaliation for a roommate disrespecting your room, be the bigger Man and leave his room alone.
    • I left 'em in the evidence locker. Someday, he's gonna come apologizing to me and I'll be the bigger man and let him have 'em.

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