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to throw cold water on something
to throw cold water on something
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to demotivate a person by talking negatively about their plans or opinions
Idiom
Informal
Exemplos
When she excitedly shared her innovative business concept, her skeptical colleagues quickly threw cold water on the idea, highlighting potential flaws.
Despite his enthusiasm for the project, his supervisor consistently poured cold water on his proposals, creating a sense of frustration.
