Have a thing about somebody/something

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To have a strong liking or disliking for someone or something.

She has a thing about spiders, she just can't stand them.
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Informal

Idiomatic

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Emotional Intensity

Expresses strong feelings, either positive or negative, towards something.

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Mark has a thing about old cars; he loves them more than anything.
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Not Always Rational

The liking or disliking may not be based on reason or logic.

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Sara has a thing about boats, even though she's never been on one.
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Personal Quirk

May indicate a peculiar habit or preference unique to the person.

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He has a thing about writing with blue ink only.
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