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What is the meaning of idiom ” pour cold water on “?

ADiscourage

BEncourage

CTo be calm

DDeceive

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Correct Answer: A: Discourage

Explanation: The correct answer is A: Discourage. 'Pour cold water on' means to discourage someone — to express doubts about a plan and dampen enthusiasm.

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