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A new one on me

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Used in casual conversation, often among friends or peers; not in formal settings. SlideHe rides a unicycle to work? That's a new one on me!
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Expressing SurprisePlay
Indicates that the speaker is surprised or taken aback by new information. SlideA cat café in our town? That's a new one on me!
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Not LiteralPlay
It’s a figure of speech, meaning the speaker has never heard such a thing; not about physical newness. SlideThey're making edible balloons now? That's a new one on me.