think out
Example Sentences
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“That allowed us to think out of the box.”
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 13, 2026
“I don’t do character development. I don’t … think out the plot in advance,” DiCamillo said.
From Seattle Times • Mar. 4, 2024
For actors who can’t afford classes, Giang encourages them to think out of the box: “Do acting challenges on TikTok or YouTube.”
From Los Angeles Times • May 24, 2023
However, that financial chasm has forced some clubs to think out of their usual Italian box with Napoli, Milan and Inter's runs this season proof Serie A sides can succeed.
From BBC • Apr. 11, 2023
“I actually like that you chose someone who isn’t a book character, exactly. You think out of the box.”
From "Fish in a Tree" by Lynda Mullaly Hunt
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