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Home > English > Vocabulary > Idioms and Phrases

What does ‘to throw cold water on something’ mean?

A. To discourage or dampen enthusiasm
B. To celebrate
C. To be supportive
D. To ignore an idea

Answer: To discourage or dampen enthusiasm


Additional Information: 'Throw cold water on something' means to criticize or make a situation less optimistic.


Subjects: Idioms and Phrases, Vocabulary

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