go through: 经历
We all go through difficult times.
我们都经历过困难时期。
It's a ritual so familiar I could go through it with my eyes closed.
这个步骤对我来说是再熟悉不过了，我甚至闭着眼睛都能把它完成。

specialize: 特殊化、专业化
He decided to specialize in entomology after graduation.
他决定毕业后专攻昆虫学。
The bakers specialize in catering for large parties.
那些面包师专门负责为大型宴会提供食品。

steer clear of: 避开，绕开
We steer clear of him now, because he looks down upon us.
我们现在避免见他，因为他瞧不起我们。
Since then they have tended to steer clear of contentious issues.
从那时起，他们总想方设法避开有争议的问题。