Interest & Preference

used to imply that a person has a particular interest or hobby that they enjoy discussing or pursuing whenever they have the opportunity

Whether it's collecting stamps or playing sports, every man has his own personal hobby-horse that brings them joy.

used to imply that people have different tastes and preferences, and that these differences should be respected, as what one person likes may not necessarily be liked by another

Mark likes to read science fiction, while Sarah prefers romance novels; every man to his taste.

used to suggest that the heart, or one's emotions and desires, can sometimes overpower reason and practicality

Despite knowing that it was a bad idea, Emily couldn't help but give her ex-boyfriend another chance, as the heart wants what it wants.

used to imply that one can never understand why people's personal preferences drastically differ from one another, especially when compared to that of one's own

Even though the painting was considered ugly by some, it was sold for millions of dollars, proving that there is no accounting for taste.