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The phrase "about a different thing" is correct and usable in written English.
You can use it when discussing a topic that is not related to the current subject or context.
Example: "While the report focuses on climate change, I want to talk about a different thing: the impact of pollution on public health."
Alternatives: "regarding another matter" or "concerning a separate issue".
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People like him, schizophrenic, they're always thinking about a different thing.
"How can I celebrate when my son lies buried?"Another is that each side is talking about a different thing.
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CC: Well, I think you're talking about quite a different thing when you compare the election of a president to the passage of civil rights legislation.
That does not mean that you might not feel self-conscious about it, but that is a different thing.
It is a movie about the art world, which is a different thing altogether.
"This is about a whole different thing: establishing Christianity as the dominant religion.
There were about eight different things – a real spread.
Ultimately, of course, a successful relationship is about a million different things beyond the size of one's wallet.
If you talked about a few different things, end the conversation with a summation of what you both think.
It is usually a brief consultation which, for me, is quite pleasant to have a short, brief consultation rather than somebody walking in with a list of about ten different things.
GP6 It is usually a brief consultation which, for me, is quite pleasant to have a short, brief consultation rather than somebody walking in with a list of about ten different things.
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Since I tried Ludwig back in 2017, I have been constantly using it in both editing and translation. Ever since, I suggest it to my translators at ProSciEditing.

Justyna Jupowicz-Kozak
CEO of Professional Science Editing for Scientists @ prosciediting.com