cold water
Example Sentences
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"It pours some cold water on the enthusiasm of students coming through the system," he said.
From Barron's • Jun. 1, 2026
Bollore’s remarks poured cold water on Ackman’s efforts to land Universal, home to some of the world’s most successful artists, including Lady Gaga, Taylor Swift, Billie Eilish and the Beatles.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 27, 2026
He said the federal plan conflicts with permits that require sufficient cold water for salmon.
From Los Angeles Times • May 21, 2026
Ghost had an allergic reaction to the cold water, breaking out in red welts and shaking uncontrollably, the court heard, so the pair went back to Ghost's luxury beachside apartment rental to warm up.
From BBC • May 8, 2026
About once a week a truck would turn up for the 587th with a box of cold water on it for them to bathe in.
From "A Thousand Sisters" by Elizabeth Wein
