deviate from the norm

Examples (10)

• It's sometimes necessary to deviate from the norm to achieve innovation.
• The new artist's work deviates from the established norm of traditional painting.
• Any significant change that deviates from the norm must be approved by the committee.
• His behavior began to deviate from the social norm, causing concern among his friends.
• Scientists often deviate from the accepted norm in their pursuit of groundbreaking discoveries.
• Although it might seem unusual, sometimes it's best to deviate from the norm and try something new.
• The company's policy does not allow employees to deviate from the strict safety norm.
• During times of crisis, societies may find it necessary to deviate from previously held cultural norms.
• She was not afraid to deviate from the professional norm if it meant a better outcome for her clients.
• The data showed that a small percentage of cases consistently deviated from the expected norm.