defy convention
Definition of defy convention
: to do unexpected or unusual things a director who has always defied convention in his movies
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defyplay
: to challenge to combat
: to challenge to do something considered impossible : dare
: to confront with assured power of resistance : disregard
: challenge, defiance
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conventionplay
: agreement, contract
: an agreement between states for regulation of matters affecting all of them
: a compact between opposing commanders especially concerning prisoner exchange or armistice
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