comfort zone

noun

1

: the temperature range within which one is comfortable

2

: the level at which one functions with ease and familiarity

Examples of comfort zone in a Sentence

He pushes the players to perform beyond their comfort zone.

I need to expand my comfort zone and try new things.

Recent Examples on the Web

Look Beyond Your Own Industry Some of the most powerful breakthroughs happen when leaders are willing to go outside their comfort zone and ask how someone in a completely different industry has solved a similar problem. — Jen Fuller, Forbes.com, 21 Aug. 2026

If your dorm hosts any activities or outings, consider attending — even if the activity is slightly out of your comfort zone. — Bestreviews, Mercury News, 21 Aug. 2026

But if that’s your go-to, why not stray a little out of your comfort zone by adding some graphic stars? — Ariel Wodarcyk, InStyle, 21 Aug. 2026

Research has shown that meaningful social relationships are an important part of overall health and, for some participants, simply stepping outside their comfort zones can be a confidence boost. — Kaitlyn Harvey, AJC.com, 17 Aug. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1923, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for comfort zone

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