it's (only) human nature

it's (only) human nature
it’s ( only/just/) human nature phrase
used for saying that a particular feeling or type of behaviour is normal and natural

It’s only human nature to try to protect yourself.

Thesaurus: general words for behaviour and attitudessynonym
Main entry: human nature

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  • human nature — UK / US noun [uncountable] the attitudes, feelings, and reactions that are typical of most people The author has a pessimistic view of human nature. • it s (only/just) human nature used for saying that a particular feeling or type of behaviour is …   English dictionary

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