Sentences with phrase «defy cultural expectations»

After the two defy cultural expectations by falling in love, their families vow to do whatever it takes to restore their honor — even if it means resorting to violence.

Both have strong female protagonists whose desire for self - realization leads them to defy the cultural expectations that bind them; both are concerned with discrimination and alienation; both take issue with absolutism.

The problem devastates their family and defies cultural expectations, leaving Adenike to make a shocking decision that could fix everything or destroy her family.

Not exact matches

She defies the rectilinear, ornamental expectations of traditional quilts in favor of complicated narratives and varied cultural iconography — from African textiles to fabrics taken from her own wardrobe.