defy convention

Frequency: 7.210.5 per million words

to refuse to obey or follow a custom

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Examples (10)

  • The young artist's work sought to defy convention by using recycled materials in his sculptures.
  • She decided to defy convention and travel the world alone instead of settling down.
  • Our startup's success comes from its willingness to defy convention in a traditional industry.
  • The fashion designer was known for creating clothes that defied convention and celebrated individuality.
  • He has always been a filmmaker who isn't afraid to defy convention.
  • As a writer, I hope my stories will defy the conventions of the genre.
  • To be truly innovative, you must be brave enough to defy convention.
  • Early female scientists had to defy social conventions to pursue their research.
  • The new architectural design is defying convention with its unusual shapes and sustainable features.
  • By defying convention, the company captured a whole new market of young consumers.