Have a thing for somebody/something
phrase
To find someone or something attractive, interesting, or intriguing.
She has a thing for muscular men, always has.
Often appears as...
- has a thing for him
- has a thing for her
Usage tips
Idiomatic
phrase
To have a particular affection or soft spot for someone or something.
He's always had a thing for classic cars.
Often appears as...
- has a thing for dogs
- has a thing for vintage items
Usage tips
Idiomatic
phrase
To have a mild obsession or fixation on something or someone, generally short-lived.
My daughter has a thing for stickers, she collects them all the time.
Often appears as...
- has a thing for chocolates
- has a thing for superheroes
Usage tips
Idiomatic
phrase
To find someone or something attractive, interesting, or intriguing.
She has a thing for muscular men, always has.
Often appears as...
- has a thing for him
- has a thing for her
Usage tips
Idiomatic
phrase
To have a particular affection or soft spot for someone or something.
He's always had a thing for classic cars.
Often appears as...
- has a thing for dogs
- has a thing for vintage items
Usage tips
Idiomatic
phrase
To have a mild obsession or fixation on something or someone, generally short-lived.
My daughter has a thing for stickers, she collects them all the time.
Often appears as...
- has a thing for chocolates
- has a thing for superheroes
Usage tips
Idiomatic
Definition 1 of 3
Pro Tip 1/3Romantic Connotation
Usually implies romantic interest, more than just a casual liking.
Ever since we met, I think I've had a thing for her.
Pro Tip 2/3Subtle Admittance
Indicates one's preference subtly without being overtly direct.
I would say I've got a thing for jazz music, don't you think?
Pro Tip 3/3Casual Phrase
It's an informal expression mostly used among friends or in casual contexts.
She mentioned she has a thing for guys who play guitar.
Pro Tip 1/3Romantic Connotation
Usually implies romantic interest, more than just a casual liking.
Ever since we met, I think I've had a thing for her.
Pro Tip 2/3Subtle Admittance
Indicates one's preference subtly without being overtly direct.
I would say I've got a thing for jazz music, don't you think?
Pro Tip 3/3Casual Phrase
It's an informal expression mostly used among friends or in casual contexts.
She mentioned she has a thing for guys who play guitar.
Pro Tip 1/3Romantic Connotation
Usually implies romantic interest, more than just a casual liking.
Ever since we met, I think I've had a thing for her.
Pro Tip 2/3Subtle Admittance
Indicates one's preference subtly without being overtly direct.
I would say I've got a thing for jazz music, don't you think?
Pro Tip 3/3Casual Phrase
It's an informal expression mostly used among friends or in casual contexts.
She mentioned she has a thing for guys who play guitar.
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