Speak for yourself

Pro Tip 1/3

Personal Disagreement

Emphasize that you don't share the same opinion or state as someone else.

She said we were lost, but I responded, 'Speak for yourself, I know exactly where we are.'

Pro Tip 2/3

Colloquial Retort

Use it in a casual setting to counter a generalization made by someone.

When he claimed all of us were vegetarians, I had to say, 'Speak for yourself, I love steak!'

Pro Tip 3/3

Assert Individuality

Use it to stand out from a group that you've been lumped in with.

When she said we all failed, I said, 'Speak for yourself, I passed with flying colors!'