Helps prepare for common outcomes or situations in a specific role or environment. Being on call at odd hours just comes with the territory of being a doctor.
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Not Always Negative
The phrase can relate to positive aspects too, not just challenges or negatives. Traveling to new places often comes with the territory of an international sales job.
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Emotional Acceptance
Used to express acceptance of an unavoidable situation, often with a tone of resignation. I don't like the long hours, but they come with the territory of starting a new business.