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Social Interaction - Revenge

Master English proverbs regarding revenge, like "revenge is a dish best served cold" and "blood will have blood".

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used to suggest that it is more effective to wait and plan carefully before seeking revenge, rather than acting impulsively or emotionally

Ex: When my former business partner betrayed me , I knew revenge is a dish best served cold, so I bided my time and waited until the right moment to strike .
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used to imply that seeking revenge or retribution for a wrongdoing only leads to a never-ending cycle of retaliation and violence, ultimately causing harm to everyone involved

Ex: The survivor of a violent attack forgave their attacker , stating an eye for an eye makes the whole world blind and choosing to break the cycle of violence rather than seek revenge .
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used to caution against violent or vengeful actions, as it suggests that such actions can lead to a cycle of violence and revenge that is difficult to break

Ex: The detective warned the gang members blood will have blood, and that their violent actions would only lead to more violence and retribution .
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used to imply that the most effective way to retaliate against someone who has wronged one is to let go of the anger and move on with one's life, rather than seeking revenge or holding a grudge

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used to imply that it is not justifiable to respond to a bad act with another bad act, and that two wrongs do not make a right

Ex: Just because you were mistreated does n't give you the right to mistreat someone else - remembertwo blacks never make a white.
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used to imply that responding to a wrong or injustice with another wrong or injustice does not make the situation better or right

Ex: When you 're tempted to seek revenge , remember two wrongs never make a right and that the best response to bad behavior is to act in a manner that is just and moral .
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used to imply that in response to being wronged, one should seek justice or revenge in a calm and calculated manner, rather than reacting with anger or frustration

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used to suggest that it is acceptable to retaliate against someone who has wronged one in the same manner

Ex: She was always taking credit for my work , so I turnabout is fair play and started doing the same to her .
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used to imply that there is a sense of satisfaction or pleasure in getting even with someone who has wronged one

Ex: When I finally got revenge on my ex for cheating on me , it revenge is sweet, but I also realized that it did n't make me feel any better in the long run .
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