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comfort zone

American  

noun

  1. the range of atmospheric temperature and humidity considered comfortable for most people.


comfort zone British  

noun

  1. a situation or position in which a person feels secure, comfortable, or in control

    encouraging people to work outside their comfort zone

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Jared Verse and Rams know they’ll have to put pressure on Caleb Williams and force him out of his comfort zone in order to shut down the Bears offense.

From Los Angeles Times

“Nothing good happens in our comfort zone,” Close said.

From Los Angeles Times

Jared Verse and Rams know they’ll have to put pressure on Caleb Williams and force him out of his comfort zone in order to shut down the Bears offense.

From Los Angeles Times

The Broncos are vulnerable to explosive plays when teams stay patient and force them out of their comfort zone.

From Los Angeles Times

"Life isn't easy now, but I love it that way. When it's challenging my comfort zone I'm learning every day."

From BBC