It’s a… thing

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Cultural Specifics

The phrase may reference activities or notions specific to a culture, which might not be globally recognized.

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You haven't heard about Thanksgiving dinner? It's a thing in the US.

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Subjective Nuance

Used to express personal identification with a practice or trend, which might not be universally understood.

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I always eat ice cream after a breakup—it's a me thing.

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Trend Referencing

Can acknowledge new or current trends that might not yet be well-known.

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Have you heard about tiny houses? It's a thing now.

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