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throw cold water on

/θrəʊ kəʊld ˈwɔːtər ɒn/

Tradução: Desanimar, reprimir o entusiasmo ou criticar uma ideia, plano ou proposta, muitas vezes apontando problemas ou expressando negatividade.

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/θrəʊ kəʊld ˈwɔːtər ɒn/C1informal
  • ptDesanimar, reprimir o entusiasmo ou criticar uma ideia, plano ou proposta, muitas vezes apontando problemas ou expressando negatividade.

To discourage, dampen enthusiasm for, or criticize an idea, plan, or suggestion, often by pointing out problems or expressing negativity.

  1. Discourage or dampen enthusiasmB2informal

    To discourage someone or reduce their excitement about an idea or plan.

    ptJogar água fria

    • His negative comments threw cold water on our proposal.
    • Don't throw cold water on her dreams of becoming an artist.
    • The manager's criticism threw cold water on the team's enthusiasm.