Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
cross-the-threshold
phrase
/krɒs ðə ˈθrɛʃhoʊld/
Definition
To enter a new situation or phase, especially one that involves significant change or commitment.
Examples
- After years of preparation, she was finally ready to cross the threshold and start her own business.
- Moving to a new city felt daunting, but he was excited to cross the threshold into this new chapter of his life.
Meaning
This phrase is often used to signify the act of transitioning into a new stage in life or embarking on a new journey.
Synonyms
- enter a new phase
- start anew
- begin a journey
