Be/be born/be made that way
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To have a certain character or nature since birth or creation.
She was born that way, naturally outgoing and friendly.
Often appears as...
- she was born that way
- he was born that way
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Idiomatic
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To be designed or made to have a certain attribute or characteristics.
The car was made that way to ensure maximum safety.
Often appears as...
- the car was made that way
- this tool was made that way
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To be naturally or inherently in a specified state or condition.
He is quiet, he’s just made that way. Don't try to change him.
Often appears as...
- he is made that way
- she is made that way
Usage tips
Idiomatic
phrase
To have a certain character or nature since birth or creation.
She was born that way, naturally outgoing and friendly.
Often appears as...
- she was born that way
- he was born that way
Usage tips
Idiomatic
phrase
To be designed or made to have a certain attribute or characteristics.
The car was made that way to ensure maximum safety.
Often appears as...
- the car was made that way
- this tool was made that way
phrase
To be naturally or inherently in a specified state or condition.
He is quiet, he’s just made that way. Don't try to change him.
Often appears as...
- he is made that way
- she is made that way
Usage tips
Idiomatic
Definition 1 of 3
Pro Tip 1/3Figurative Use
Describes personality traits from birth, not physical characteristics.
He's always been stubborn; he was born that way.
Pro Tip 2/3Not Literal
Often used metaphorically to explain deep-rooted aspects of someone's nature.
She's not shy; she was born that way—a natural performer.
Pro Tip 3/3Emotionally Charged
Can express acceptance of one's inherent nature or traits.
Don't fault him for his quirks; he was born that way.
Pro Tip 1/3Figurative Use
Describes personality traits from birth, not physical characteristics.
He's always been stubborn; he was born that way.
Pro Tip 2/3Not Literal
Often used metaphorically to explain deep-rooted aspects of someone's nature.
She's not shy; she was born that way—a natural performer.
Pro Tip 3/3Emotionally Charged
Can express acceptance of one's inherent nature or traits.
Don't fault him for his quirks; he was born that way.
Pro Tip 1/3Figurative Use
Describes personality traits from birth, not physical characteristics.
He's always been stubborn; he was born that way.
Pro Tip 2/3Not Literal
Often used metaphorically to explain deep-rooted aspects of someone's nature.
She's not shy; she was born that way—a natural performer.
Pro Tip 3/3Emotionally Charged
Can express acceptance of one's inherent nature or traits.
Don't fault him for his quirks; he was born that way.
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