comfort zone

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US /ˈkʌm.fɚt ˌzoʊn/ 
UK /ˈkʌm.fət ˌzəʊn/ 

Longman Dictionary of Contemporary English

comfort zone

ˈcomfort ˌzone BrE AmE noun [countable usually singular]
your comfort zone is the range of activities or situations that you feel happy and confident in

Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary

comfort zone

 

ˈcomfort zone 7 [comfort zone]       noun
1. (sometimes disapproving) a place or situation in which you feel safe or comfortable, especially when you choose to stay in this situation instead of trying to work harder or achieve more
Stepping outside your comfort zone and trying new things can be a great experience.
We cannot afford to have anyone operating in a comfort zone.

I'll tell you what drives me crazy— people who have talent but cruise along in the comfort zone.

2. (approving) (especially in sport) a state in which you feel confident and are performing at your best

I knew if I could find my comfort zone I would be difficult to beat.

 

 

Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary

Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary - 4th Edition

 comfort   zone     noun   [ C ]   
  
        a situation in which you feel comfortable and in which your ability and determination are not being tested:  
  Rock climbing pushes many people beyond their comfort zones. 

 
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Merriam-Webster's Advanced Learner's Dictionary

comfort zone

 

comfort zone noun, pl ~ zones [count] : a place, situation, or level where someone feels confident and comfortable
• He pushes the players to perform beyond their comfort zone.
• I need to expand my comfort zone and try new things.