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pour cold water on

/pɔːr kəʊld ˈwɔːtər ɒn/

翻译: 给某人的热情、想法、计划或建议泼冷水,表示怀疑、反对或使其泄气。

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/pɔːr kəʊld ˈwɔːtər ɒn/C1informal
  • zh给某人的热情、想法、计划或建议泼冷水,表示怀疑、反对或使其泄气。

To discourage, criticize, or dampen enthusiasm for an idea, plan, or suggestion by expressing doubt or negativity.

  1. Discourage or criticizeB2informal

    To discourage an idea, plan, or enthusiasm by being negative or critical.

    zh泼冷水

    • The manager poured cold water on our proposal for a new project.
    • She poured cold water on his excitement about the trip.
    • Don't pour cold water on their dreams; let them try.