zig when one should be zagging
The phrase "zig when one should be zagging" refers to someone's tendency or instinct to do the opposite of what is expected or conventional in a given situation. It implies that rather than following the usual course of action, one chooses to take a unique or unconventional approach, often to gain an advantage or stand out from the crowd.
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