There are plenty more fish in the sea

Meaning

There are many other opportunities or people.

Usage

Used to console someone after rejection.

Origin & History

Origins and dates here are approximate summaries. Many idioms have disputed or unknown origins, and not every date has been checked against a historical dictionary, so treat specific dates and stories as a starting point rather than a citation.

Fishing metaphor for abundance.

A proverb used in maritime cultures for centuries.