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throw a (monkey) wrench into the works
to throw a (monkey) wrench into the works
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to slow down a plan or activity or prevent it from going on
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What is the origin of the idiom "rain on someone's parade" and when to use it?
The idiom "rain on someone's parade" originates from the notion of a sudden downpour spoiling an outdoor celebration or event. It is used figuratively to describe the act of spoiling someone's happiness, excitement, or plans by delivering unwelcome news, criticism, or negativity.
