cold water

• 指用来比喻打击热情、抑制兴奋或使局势冷静下来的事物，类似于泼冷水。也可指字面意义的冷水。

A phrase used to describe something that discourages enthusiasm, dampens excitement, or brings a sudden sobering effect to a situation.

1. Discouragement or criticismB2informal

   To discourage or criticize an idea, plan, or enthusiasm, often by expressing doubt or disapproval.

   泼冷水

   • He poured cold water on her proposal to start a new business.
   • The manager threw cold water on the team's ambitious project.
   • Don't let their cold water dampen your enthusiasm for the idea.

2. Literal cold waterA1formal

   Water that is at a low temperature, typically used for drinking, washing, or cooling.

   冷水

   • She drank a glass of cold water after the run.
   • The plumber fixed the cold water pipe in the kitchen.
   • He splashed cold water on his face to wake up.