other fish in the sea

English

Alternative forms

• bigger fish in the sea

Etymology

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Noun

other fish in the sea pl (plural only)

1. (idiomatic, figurative) Other goals or objectives to pursue.
2. (idiomatic, figurative) Other romantic partners or significant others to pursue.

See also

• bigger fish to fry
• other fish to fry