ENGLISH
REFERENCE

on your own

idiom
Meaning

to be alone or to do something without any help from other people.


Examples
SIMPLE

You have to finish this project on your own.

CONTEXTUAL

Moving to a new city on your own is difficult, but it helps you become more independent.

COMPLEX

After years of relying on his mentors, he finally decided to strike out on his own to prove he could succeed without their guidance.

Last updated April 22, 2026