Somebody’s pet peeve

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noun

Something that a particular person finds annoying or bothersome.

Playing loud music in public places is my biggest pet peeve.
Visual representation of "somebody’s pet peeve" - Something that a particular person finds annoying or bothersome.

Often appears as...

  • biggest pet peeve
  • common pet peeve

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Colloquial

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Subjective Nature

The annoyance varies greatly from person to person; what irritates one might not bother another.

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Chewing loudly may not affect you, but it's my pet peeve.
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Not Universal

'Somebody's pet peeve' often applies to minor, trivial matters, not serious problems.

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My pet peeve is people not refilling the ice tray.
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Colloquial Use

Used in informal conversation, usually not in formal writing or speeches.

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She casually mentioned that her pet peeve is improper grammar.
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