expand (one's) horizons

expand (one's) horizons

To have or seek out new experiences, especially if one's experiences have been relatively limited. I'm really nervous to live at school, but I know I need to expand my horizons and get some experience living without my family. I can't believe that Molly has never left the state before! She seriously needs to expand her horizons! In my 20s, I was excited to expand my horizons and move into the city. Now that I'm in my 30s, though, I'm ready to go back to the suburbs and settle down.

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expand one's horizons

Fig. to experience and learn new things. Read more! Travel! Go out and expand your horizons!

See also: expand, horizon

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