pour cold water on

to dampen or put an end to something

The police tried to pour cold water on the party until they found they were only drinking root beer.

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dangle

1. to be hanged

2. the male genitals, especially the penis

I can't believe he wanted to dangle over having a small dangle.

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to succeed, especially initially (alludes to the launch of an aircraft or space shuttle)

I decided I should probably not bother asking questions until they get off the ground.

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1. ambitious and aspiring, especially in a ruthless, exploitative way

2. offering and seeking sexual gratification or conquest

Unfortunately, when one tyrant falls, another is likely to be on the make.

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Jorts are a summer garment. If you wear them in cold places during the winter you are obviously not thinking about keeping warm.

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1. to approve something

2. permission to do something
(from the green traffic light indicating that vehicles may proceed)

Give him the green-light to post the video.

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a check that can't be cashed because not enough money is on deposit (because if one did so it would bounce)

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