throw cold water on

ریشه

Originates from the literal act of throwing cold water on someone or something to stop or slow it down.

مثال

• He threw cold water on my plan to start a new business.
• The committee threw cold water on the proposal.
• She threw cold water on his dreams of becoming an actor.

ترکیب‌های رایج

Throw cold water on a plan Throw cold water on an idea Throw cold water on a proposal