One man’s meat is another man’s poison

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idiom

What one person likes, another might dislike.

I know you don't like this idea, but remember, one man’s meat is another man’s poison. Some people might actually love it.
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Often appears as...

  • difference in opinion
  • subjective preference

Usage tips

Idiomatic

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Cultural Variation

This idiom can be culturally sensitive; what's common in one culture might be disliked in another.

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While spicy food is a delight in India, one man's meat is another man's poison; it may be too much for some from other countries.
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Subjectivity

The phrase stresses how personal taste is subjective and not a universal truth.

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He loves abstract art, but one man's meat is another man's poison; I just don't get it.
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Conflict Avoidance

Use this phrase to diffuse disagreements about preferences politely.

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I understand you dislike this music, but one man's meat is another man's poison, so let's change it.
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