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Cold comfort
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sympathy, help, or encouragement that is barely enough to improve a person's situation or make them feel any better
IdiomWhat is the origin of the idiom "cold comfort" and when to use it?
The idiom "cold comfort" refers to a situation where something may provide a small amount of relief or consolation but ultimately fails to offer true comfort or solace. It describes a situation where the consolation or reassurance provided is insufficient to alleviate the distress or disappointment being experienced. It describes a situation where the consolation or reassurance provided is insufficient to alleviate the distress or disappointment being experienced.
Examples
After failing the exam, the teacher 's reassurance that " at least you tried your best " felt like cold comfort to the disappointed student.
The apology from the airline for the flight delay was cold comfort to the weary passengers who had missed their connections.
