own terms

language: zh

definitions

  1. Under conditions, rules, or requirements that a person has established for themselves rather than accepting those imposed by others.
    zh: 按自己的条件
  2. In a manner that reflects one's own personality, values, or lifestyle, without conforming to societal expectations or external pressures.
    zh: 按自己的方式

examples

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

    她拒绝签署合同，除非是按她自己的条件。

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

    他决定按自己的方式生活。