have more arrows left in the quiver

have more arrows left in the quiver

To have several available options or alternatives remaining at one's disposal, particularly if an earlier action did not yield the desired results. This is just the first step in trying to bring her fever down. Don't worry, I have more arrows left in the quiver if the ibuprofen doesn't help. I've got a job interview next week, but I'm still sending out my résumé so that I'll have more arrows left in the quiver if need be. Yeah, my hours were cut back at the office, but I have more arrows left in the quiver—I also studied graphic design in college and can do freelance work.

See also: arrow, have, left, more, quiver

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