not my thing

Outside my wheelhouse

Something described as not my thing doesn't appeal to you or suit your tastes and interests.

The phrase declines without insulting: Horror movies aren't really my thing.

It can also signal lack of aptitude: Math was never my thing.

The expression distances you from an activity or preference without condemning others who enjoy it.

Related

indifferent · take it or leave it · boring · skip · nah · dislike · uninterested · turn-off · yawn · shrug · opt out · count me out · cold · lukewarm · apathetic · unmoved · hard pass · no thanks

Opposites
personal preference and affinity

not my thingfloats my boat

personal preference/interest

not my thinglove it

Expression of strong approval

Family

not, thing, things, nothing, nothingness, thingamajig, something, anything, everything

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Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Abstract · Everyday, not technical · Rated G