Be/go against the grain

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Cultural Boldness

Used to describe decisions or actions that challenge societal norms or expectations.

Choosing to travel the world alone may go against the grain, but it can be rewarding.

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Creative Uniqueness

Highlights when someone's creative work stands out from the norm or defies trends.

Her abstract painting style really goes against the grain of traditional art.

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Unusual Method

Applies to unconventional methods in professions, studies, or tasks.

His approach to solving the problem went against the grain but was effective.