noun
a person who is independent in thought and action, often going against the norm or established practices
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The maverick entrepreneur started his own successful business without any outside help.
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That guy is a total maverick, always doing things his own way.
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She's a real maverick when it comes to fashion, always wearing the coolest clothes.
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The artist was a maverick in the way he approached his craft, constantly pushing boundaries and challenging norms.