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Cold shoulder
/kˈəʊld ʃˈəʊldə/
/kˈoʊld ʃˈoʊldɚ/
Cold shoulder
[NOUN]What is the origin of the idiom "cold shoulder" and when to use it?
The origin of the idiom "cold shoulder" is uncertain, but there are a few theories about its origin. One theory suggests that it comes from the custom of serving a cold shoulder of meat to an unwelcome guest as a sign of rejection or disinterest. Another theory links it to the practice of turning one's shoulder coldly toward someone to show indifference or lack of interest. It is used to describe situations where someone is intentionally being distant or unfriendly towards another person. It often implies a deliberate act of ignoring or disregarding someone.
Examples
1. - Mine is Cold Shoulder.
2. We kind of got the cold shoulder a lot of times.
3. You can deal with the cold shoulder and some disagreement on project execution.
4. Christy: I DO GIVE HIM THE COLD SHOULDER.
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