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Creature of Habit

What Does "Creature of Habit" Mean?

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"Creature of habit" is an English idiom. It means "a person who follows a routine and dislikes changes."

Examples in Sentences

Here are three examples of the idiom "creature of habit" used in a sentence:
  • I always have coffee at 8 a.m. I guess I'm a creature of habit.
  • Trying new things can be good, even if you're a creature of habit.
  • He's such a creature of habit that he gets anxious if his schedule changes.
meaning for creature of habit

What Is an Idiom?

An idiom is a commonly used expression whose meaning does not relate to the literal meaning of its words. In other words, if you were to translate "Creature of Habit" word for word, there is no guarantee the translation would help you to understand the meaning.

An idiom often includes a cultural or historical context that makes it difficult for non-native English speakers to understand. A phrase is classified as an idiom when a direct translation of the words does not reveal the meaning. Most idioms rely on shared knowledge or experiences known only to a specific community.

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