Suit yourself

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5 March 2026

We use this expression to reply to someone who has made a decision we don't agree with or approve of.

Written: Yes

Spoken: Yes

Formal: No

Informal: Yes

Example 1

I'm not going to the match this Saturday. I'm doing my homework instead.

Suit yourself. It's going to be a great game, though.

Example 2

I don't like violent films, so I don't think I'll go to the cinema with you tonight.

Suit yourself. But everyone else is coming, so it'll be fun.