push (the) boundaries
To act in a way that challenges established norms or acceptable behavior. The most famous and influential performers tend to push the boundaries in everything from their lyrics to their clothing. A: "She's a teenager now—she's going to push the boundaries every chance she gets." B: "Yeah, well, she better get used to being grounded then!"
push the boundaries of (something)
To act in a way that challenges established, expected, or accepted norms. The most famous and influential performers tend to push the boundaries in everything from their lyrics to their clothing. A: "She's a teenager now—she's going to push the boundaries every chance she gets." B: "Yeah, well, she better get used to being grounded then!"
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