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not one's thing

British pronunciation/nˌɒt wˈɒnz θˈɪŋ/
American pronunciation/nˌɑːt wˈʌnz θˈɪŋ/
not one's thing
[PHRASE]
1

something one does not excel in or does not enjoy doing

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[not] {one's} thing definition and meaning

What is the origin of the idiom "not one's thing" and when to use it?

The idiom "not one's thing" does not have a specific historical origin or etymology. It emerged as a colloquial expression in contemporary language usage. it is used as is a casual expression used to indicate that something is not aligned with one's interests or personal inclinations. The phrase is commonly used in everyday conversations to express a lack of enthusiasm or interest in a specific topic, hobby, event, or experience.

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