color outside the lines

color outside the lines

To think or act in a way that does not conform to set rules. Likened to the way a child might color outside the lines of a coloring book. My coworkers don't always understand my ideas, especially since I like to color outside the lines. Don't be surprised if Janet shows up wearing something bizarre—she really likes to color outside the lines. So what if I like order and routine? Not everyone needs to color outside the lines like you, Jenn.

See also: color, line, outside

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