Think nothing of something/of doing something

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To consider something as normal or not surprising.

She thinks nothing of getting up at 5 a.m. to go running.
Visual representation of "think nothing of something/of doing something" - To consider something as normal or not surprising.

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  • think nothing of it
  • thinks nothing of spending

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Idiomatic

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Cultural Norms

This phrase can reflect what is normal in one's culture, which may differ internationally.

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In Spain, they think nothing of having dinner at 10 p.m.
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Subjective Normalcy

What's surprising to one person may be normal to another; this phrase highlights such differences.

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She thinks nothing of running marathons, but I can't even run a mile.
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Habitual Actions

Often used to describe actions done out of habit, without much thought.

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He thinks nothing of checking his emails first thing in the morning.
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