Meaning of the word "think outside the box" in English

What does "think outside the box" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

think outside the box

US /θɪŋk aʊtˈsaɪd ðə bɑks/
UK /θɪŋk aʊtˈsaɪd ðə bɒks/
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Idiom

to think creatively, unconventionally, or from a new perspective

Example:
We need to think outside the box to solve this problem.
The company encourages employees to think outside the box for innovative solutions.