walk on the wild side
The phrase "walk on the wild side" became widely recognized from Lou Reed's iconic 1972 song, which depicted the lives of unconventional individuals in New York City's underground scene.
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(idiomatic)To engage in adventurous or risky behavior.
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- She decided to walk on the wild side and try skydiving for the first time.
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(idiomatic)To experience something outside of one's usual comfort zone or norms.
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- Traveling alone in a foreign country was his way of walking on the wild side.
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(idiomatic)To partake in activities that are considered daring or morally questionable.
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- He walked on the wild side by attending underground parties that lasted all night.
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