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deviate from norm

[ˈdiːvieɪt frɒm nɔːrm]
verb phrase
desviar-se da norma
1. to depart from an established standard, rule, or expected pattern of behavior
The student's unconventional approach deviated from norm in the classroom.
A abordagem não convencional do aluno desviou-se da norma na sala de aula.
2. to act in a way that is different from what is considered normal or acceptable
His behavior deviated from norm, causing concern among his peers.
Seu comportamento desviou-se da norma, causando preocupação entre seus colegas.
NYC Slang
go rogue, break the mold, do your own thing
Synonyms
diverge from standarddepart from conventionstray from the pathbreak from traditiongo against the grain
Antonyms
conform to normadhere to standardfollow conventioncomply with rules

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
desviar-se da norma
Standard usage across Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
sair da normalidade
Common colloquial variant
São Paulo
desviar do padrão
Slightly more formal variant
Portugal
desviar-se da norma
Standard European Portuguese usage

Related Idioms & Phrases

break the mold
march to the beat of one's own drum
go against the grain
color outside the lines
swim against the current
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