widen (one's) horizons
widen (one's) horizons
To have or seek out new experiences, especially if one's experiences have been relatively limited. I'm really nervous to live at school, but I know I need to widen my horizons and get some experience living without my family. I can't believe that Molly has never left the state before! She seriously needs to widen her horizons!
See also: horizon
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.
- expand
- expand (one's) horizons
- expand horizons
- one's heart stands still
- (one's) heart stands still
- they that live longest see most
- the school of life
- the university of life
- learning experience
- what doesn't kill you makes you stronger