on his own terms

but during the eighteenth century, critics began to respond to Shakespeare on his own terms and acclaim what they termed his natural genius.

Hollinghurst knew he would one day have to confront the subject, but wanted to do so on his own terms.

Dennis had done it on his own terms in less than fifteen years, with no formal training or guidance from anyone.

Jones somehow thought he could handle the job on his own terms, but Obama clearly expected responsiveness to his personal operating style.

Mr Heath prefers to do things in secret and make his decisions public only on his own terms and when he considers it is to his advantage.

Maybe Beckham will get his chance to bend it one last time before he walks off the field on his own terms, too.

All Nash wants is his mind back , he begins to fight his illness on his own terms.

Now he would give the Swedish king his open battle but on his own terms.

I feel Ai is a great architect on his own terms.

davis agreed to step aside , but on his own terms , he wanted his own label.

l don't think it is wise for either of us insist on his own terms.