Break new ground

verb

To do something that is different from anything that has been done before.

The research project is breaking new ground in the field of genetics.
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verb

To do something that is different from anything that has been done before.

The research project is breaking new ground in the field of genetics.
Visual representation of "break new ground" - To do something that is different from anything that has been done before

Often appears as...

  • break new ground in
  • break new ground with

Usage tips

Idiomatic

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Exploring Uncharted

Means exploring areas or ideas that have not been explored before.

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Her thesis breaks new ground in feminist literature.
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Innovation Highlight

Stresses the creation of new methods or ideas, not just improvements.

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The architect's design broke new ground with its eco-friendly approach.
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Positive Connotation

The phrase often implies a positive achievement in a specific field.

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The new educational program is breaking new ground for student engagement.
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Exploring Uncharted

Means exploring areas or ideas that have not been explored before.

Illustration for Exploring Uncharted
Her thesis breaks new ground in feminist literature.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Innovation Highlight

Stresses the creation of new methods or ideas, not just improvements.

Illustration for Innovation Highlight
The architect's design broke new ground with its eco-friendly approach.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Positive Connotation

The phrase often implies a positive achievement in a specific field.

Illustration for Positive Connotation
The new educational program is breaking new ground for student engagement.
LampPro Tip 1/3

Exploring Uncharted

Means exploring areas or ideas that have not been explored before.

Illustration for Exploring Uncharted
Her thesis breaks new ground in feminist literature.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Innovation Highlight

Stresses the creation of new methods or ideas, not just improvements.

Illustration for Innovation Highlight
The architect's design broke new ground with its eco-friendly approach.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Positive Connotation

The phrase often implies a positive achievement in a specific field.

Illustration for Positive Connotation
The new educational program is breaking new ground for student engagement.
Visual representation of the word "Break new ground"

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