be the bigger man
verbDefinitions
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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