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challenge conventions

[ˈtʃæl.ɪndʒ kənˈven.ʃənz]
verb phrase
desafiar convenções
1. to question or resist established social norms, rules, or traditional practices
The new generation challenges conventions by embracing unconventional lifestyles.
A nova geração desafia convenções ao abraçar estilos de vida não convencionais.
2. to take action against what is traditionally accepted or expected
Artists often challenge conventions to create innovative works.
Artistas frequentemente desafiam convenções para criar obras inovadoras.
NYC Slang
go rogue, break the rules, shake things up
Synonyms
question normsdefy traditionbreak the moldrebel against customscontestar normasdesafiar tradições
Antonyms
follow conventionsconform to normsuphold traditionsseguir convençõesconformar-se a normas

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
desafiar convenções
most common and standard usage
São Paulo
desafiar convenções
standard usage in business and academic contexts
Rio de Janeiro
desafiar as convenções
more colloquial with definite article
Portugal
desafiar convenções
same as Brazilian Portuguese, formal and standard

Related Idioms & Phrases

think outside the box
color outside the lines
rock the boat
sair do padrão
quebrar o molde
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