Different kettle of fish

a completely different type of person or thing from the one previously mentioned.

"the new office is a rather different kettle of fish"

by Arminkshipper April 20, 2025

A whole different kettle of fish

a different situation or person to be dealt with

I've watched you a lot on Instagram, but in person? Whoof! That's a whole different kettle of fish!

by johnzilla1126 May 19, 2024