throw cold water on
Example Sentences
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"Most things we do to a virus makes it weaker or not work as well, or maybe you're trying to engineer it for therapeutics, and I'd hate to see somebody throw cold water on that."
From Salon • Jun. 1, 2025
Sightings like Sunday’s help keep the urban legend alive, but experts throw cold water on the sewer theory.
From Seattle Times • Feb. 20, 2023
Or just throw cold water on a cheerful employee.
From Washington Post • Jan. 15, 2023
The souring stock market and the rekindling of long-dormant inflation also throw cold water on the idea of retiring now.
From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 29, 2022
If I throw cold water on this plan, it is only that I may suggest another which I think better....
From Under False Pretences A Novel by Sergeant, Adeline
