own terms

language: ja

definitions

  1. Under conditions, rules, or requirements that a person has established for themselves rather than accepting those imposed by others.
    ja: 独自の条件で
  2. In a manner that reflects one's own personality, values, or lifestyle, without conforming to societal expectations or external pressures.
    ja: 自分らしく

examples

  1. She refused to sign the contract unless it was on her own terms.

    彼女は自分の条件でない限り、契約書への署名を拒否した。

  2. He decided to live life on his own terms.

    彼は自分の流儀で生きることに決めた。