There’s more than one way to skin a cat

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idiom

There are many different methods to do something.

He believes in traditional teaching methods, but there's more than one way to skin a cat, so I use experiential learning for my students.
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Often appears as...

  • believe there's more than one way to skin a cat
  • there's always more than one way to skin a cat

Usage tips

Idiomatic

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Figurative Meaning

Understand that the phrase is never used literally, but to suggest flexibility in solving problems or completing tasks.

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When the boss said he wanted the data analyzed by Friday, Jane knew there’s more than one way to skin a cat.
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Non-literal Approach

This phrase does not pertain to an actual task, but rather a philosophy that tasks can be tackled in various ways.

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Some might disagree with unconventional techniques, but remember there’s more than one way to skin a cat.
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Cultural Sensitivity

Be aware that the idiom can be unsettling due to its violent imagery, so use it with discretion.

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In a conversation about problem-solving, she wisely noted, 'Well, there’s more than one way to skin a cat.'
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