Meaning of the word "a different kettle of fish" in English
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a different kettle of fish
US /ə ˈdɪf.rənt ˈket̬.əl əv fɪʃ/
UK /ə ˈdɪf.rənt ˈket̬.əl əv fɪʃ/
Idiom
1.
something that is completely different from something else previously mentioned
Example:
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I thought I could handle the new project, but it turned out to be a different kettle of fish.
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Dealing with clients is one thing, but managing a team is a different kettle of fish.
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