break the mold

Verb

Meaning

(figuratively) To depart from a traditional pattern; to defy convention.

To make it impossible for an identical copy to be made.

Examples

We need role models who are going to break the mold. Carly Simon

I really wanted to break the mold of what modern touring is right now. Lady Gaga

There are some films that really break the mold, and some films that don't. I've been looking for films that break the mold a bit. Josh Hartnett

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