| 单词 | throw cold water on |
| 例句 | When I saw her, I felt like someone threw cold water on my face. The Night Diary 2018-03-06T00:00:00Z The word threw cold water on the warmth that I’d been slipping into. The Honest Truth 2014-10-07T00:00:00Z To say too much now would either feed the hype or throw cold water on it. The Telluride Film Festival Features ‘Mr. Turner’ 2014-09-01T04:00:00Z One again, Smith seemed to throw cold water on the idea of playing rookie fifth-round draft pick , even in a game with no playoffs in the picture. Cutler's thumb healing fast but doubtful for finale 2011-12-26T18:55:00Z But music industry number-crunchers soon threw cold water on that assessment. ArtsBeat: What's a YouTube Pop Hit Worth? 2011-03-23T19:22:38Z “It was all either corporate spin or political correctness,” he said, throwing cold water on the fantasy. An Oscars-Night Diary 2019-02-26T05:00:00Z After all, they argue, the evolutionary record shows plenty of lineages moving from complex structures to simpler ones, to say nothing of extinction — both of which throw cold water on the notion of teleology. Thomas Nagel Is Praised by Creationists 2013-02-06T22:56:34Z But Mr. Salles, with the benefit of hindsight and an astute ability to analyze the documentary record, throws cold water on this romantic notion. Review: ‘In the Intense Now’ Revisits the Drama of 1968 in France and Beyond 2018-01-30T05:00:00Z Within hours of the story’s publication, however, Trump himself threw cold water on the Times. Scoop. Denial. Scoop confirmed. That’s business as usual for writers covering the Trump White House. 2018-03-23T04:00:00Z A succession of guests threw cold water on the idea of further retaliation. Did Fox’s Tucker Carlson play role in calming Iran pressure? 2020-01-09T05:00:00Z For $125 per class, he watched the former “I Love Lucy” star share raw recollections about brutalities faced by actresses in the 1930s and throw cold water on the aspirations of her young students. Taylor Negron, of ‘Fast Times at Ridgemont High,’ Dies at 57 2015-01-11T05:00:00Z Gregory Rodriguez, a founder of the Zocalo Public Square series, was eager to throw cold water on the notion that any meaningful change was underway. Visionaries search for key to civic engagement in L.A. 2015-06-05T04:00:00Z The flour shortage threw cold water on the Italian pasta lessons. Airbnb’s worldwide experiences adapt to the times and move online 2020-04-20T04:00:00Z “But he was confident and seemed to know what he was doing, so rather than throw cold water on his dream, I got behind him, 100 percent.” A Perfect Recipe That Took Time to Brew 2019-05-31T04:00:00Z Democrats are trying to throw cold water on the House Republicans’ rosy 2024 election forecasts, and plan to recapture the House after losing the majority in 2022. House GOP campaign groups say delay in speaker’s election hasn’t hurt incumbents in swing districts 2023-11-06T05:00:00Z “We are obligated to elect a speaker and I’m glad we were able to throw cold water on a speaker-lite as a governing concept,” Rep. Matt Gaetz, a Florida Republican and Jordan supporter, said. House plans third vote for Jordan while Democrats eye power-sharing deal 2023-10-19T04:00:00Z Mr. Trump has sought to throw cold water on calls for him to run for the position, saying his focus is on the presidential race. Trump as House speaker? Some GOP lawmakers say yes 2023-10-05T04:00:00Z Former President Donald Trump on Wednesday threw cold water on suggestions he should take over as the House of Representatives as the next speaker. Trump dashes MAGA movement’s dreams of a Speaker Trump 2023-10-04T04:00:00Z "People talk about converting into residential, and that's certainly possible for some, but it's way overstated what the potential is," said Nelson, throwing cold water on hopes large-scale conversion will right-size the market. Manhattan office market's tough outlook persists, leaving investors on sidelines 2023-07-12T04:00:00Z William P. Barr, who served as Mr. Trump’s attorney general, threw cold water on the idea of invoking the Presidential Records Act during a recent Fox News interview, calling it “facially ridiculous.” Multiple defenses open to Trump in classified documents case 2023-06-14T04:00:00Z The media mogul’s spokeswoman on Thursday threw cold water on the idea that Winfrey could make a foray into politics, saying she “is not considering the seat should it become vacant.” Would Oprah replace Dianne Feinstein in the U.S. Senate? Her rep says no 2023-05-25T04:00:00Z Liberals also are throwing cold water on his decision to run again. Biden vows to defend basic freedoms from extremists in first 2024 campaign ad 2023-04-26T04:00:00Z But a plunge this year in illegal crossing numbers could throw cold water on the GOP’s attacks against Biden’s handling of border issues. Texas, Florida push border laws as governors eye presidency 2023-03-17T04:00:00Z He said having Senate Democrats throw cold water on some of Youngkin’s priorities would probably only help him if he becomes a presidential candidate, becoming a “perfect foil” for his conservative policies. Youngkin scores some legislative wins as he eyes White House 2023-03-12T05:00:00Z Several others, including previous Twitter staffers, threw cold water on Mr. Musk’s idea for revamping Twitter’s ad system and timeline. Musk orders new round of layoffs amid ad reorganization 2023-02-22T05:00:00Z Sightings like Sunday’s help keep the urban legend alive, but experts throw cold water on the sewer theory. Cold-blooded: Abandoned alligator rescued from Brooklyn lake 2023-02-20T05:00:00Z Kirby emphatically threw cold water on that notion, telling the befuddled White House press corps there was no possibility these things were alien. We went nuts over a balloon! Thank you for saving us, Rihanna 2023-02-16T05:00:00Z McCarthy also appeared to throw cold water on an idea floated by some centrists of a bipartisan commission designed to recommend future spending cuts to Congress. McCarthy sees possible ‘common ground’ with Biden on debt limit 2023-02-01T05:00:00Z “We wouldn’t want it to throw cold water on the value of participating in the count,” Ward said. Rand survey finds homelessness up 18% in L.A. hot spots where the official count recorded decreases 2023-01-26T05:00:00Z Some of Wall Street’s biggest names are throwing cold water on expectations that the U.S. economy will scrape through 2023 without a recession, even as hopes of easing inflation and resilient growth propel stocks higher. Analysis: U.S. corporate bond rally stumbles on 'Goldilocks' skepticism 2023-01-25T05:00:00Z Or just throw cold water on a cheerful employee. Advice | Carolyn Hax: She’s cut off from grandkids, too, not just ‘angry’ grandpa 2023-01-15T05:00:00Z But Friday’s jobs data threw cold water on the notion that inflation pressures were ebbing. Stocks hold on to gains in a week of mixed economic signals 2022-12-02T05:00:00Z State Department quickly threw cold water on his comments. Russia Raises Hopes for Griner’s Release, but U.S. Says It’s Just Talk 2022-11-18T05:00:00Z Budowich did not respond to questions about such efforts, but Trump seemed to throw cold water on the advice. Trump urged to delay 2024 launch after GOP’s uneven election 2022-11-09T05:00:00Z A government spokesman threw cold water on the rumor, saying he was “not aware” of such a move. Elon Musk May Yet Meet Twitter Executives in Court 2022-11-01T04:00:00Z Twitter also threw cold water on Mr. Musk’s claims before Tuesday’s hearing. Twitter accuses would-be buyer Elon Musk of destroying evidence at Tuesday hearing 2022-09-29T04:00:00Z The souring stock market and the rekindling of long-dormant inflation also throw cold water on the idea of retiring now. Think retirement is out of reach? Here's what you need to know 2022-09-29T04:00:00Z A statement from the committee underscored Riggleman’s “limited knowledge” of the investigation and threw cold water on Riggleman’s suggestion that the committee was not pursuing evidence aggressively enough. Ex-staffer’s unauthorized book about Jan. 6 committee rankles members 2022-09-25T04:00:00Z But one of the three Republican women in the upper chamber threw cold water on the likelihood that these conversations will be backed up with action. After abortion vote, SC Senate looks to House, Jan. session 2022-09-09T04:00:00Z Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell is throwing cold water on President Biden’s hopes that inflation will fade as a dominant issue in the midterm elections. Powell dampens Biden’s rosy view of an improving economy 2022-08-27T04:00:00Z “The report throws cold water on a significant cooling in labor demand, but it’s a good sign for the broader U.S. economy and worker,” wrote Stephen Juneau, an economist with Bank of America Securities. 5 key takeaways from the July jobs report 2022-08-05T04:00:00Z Sen. John Cornyn of Texas, who spearheaded the negotiations for the GOP on the last gun control bill, threw cold water on the active shooter alert. House approves Amber Alert-type warning system for active shooters 2022-07-13T04:00:00Z Justice Clarence Thomas, however, in his own concurring opinion, threw cold water on Kavanaugh’s. Column: Threats to criminalize out-of-state abortions are a scary reminder of 1850s America 2022-07-12T04:00:00Z Yet for every study that throws cold water on the idea of seal intelligence, there are others that reach the opposite conclusion. Seals, the chunky Einsteins of the ocean, are dying painfully due to plastic pollution 2022-07-02T04:00:00Z In an analyst report this month, Wells Fargo threw cold water on the notion that subscriber growth for an ad-supported tier would be quick. Netflix Says It’s Business as Usual. Is That Good Enough? 2022-06-30T04:00:00Z But Faruqui’s opinion seeks to throw cold water on criminal use of it. US prosecutors are going after crypto sanctions evasion 2022-05-16T04:00:00Z While Pitino threw cold water on the rumor, it wasn’t a surprise that the Terrapins — or any school with an opening — would be interested in him. Rick Pitino denies interest in Maryland basketball job: ‘It will not be me’ 2022-03-03T05:00:00Z Parks also threw cold water on speculation that the company would spin off the majority-owned Cruise, saying that GM believes the companies create more value as a combined entity. GM exec: Cruise to start autonomous taxi service next year 2021-12-09T05:00:00Z A price jump to $90 a barrel or more might throw cold water on demand for oil and prompt a political backlash, including from the United States, some analysts say. Oil prices hit a seven-year high as OPEC and its allies stick with a modest increase. 2021-10-04T04:00:00Z Mr. Manchin, who is among the negotiating team, threw cold water on Democrats’ more ambitious plans by saying he would not go as far as his fellow Democrats want on several fronts. Senate Dems vow to hold another vote on a massive rewrite of election laws 2021-08-11T04:00:00Z Sen. Joe Manchin III on Wednesday threw cold water on the Democrats’ hopes of making sweeping changes to the country’s election rules. Manchin threatens to be a headache for Dems trying to rewrite America’s voting laws 2021-08-11T04:00:00Z Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell threw cold water on Democrats’ hopes of finding enough bipartisan support to pass their massive voting bill on Tuesday. Republican senators dampen Democratic hopes for voting bill 2021-06-17T04:00:00Z Mr Putin threw cold water on the meeting last week, saying he hoped to improve the "extremely low level of relations" between the two countries but expected no breakthroughs. Biden ready to 'rally world's democracies' on first foreign trip 2021-06-09T04:00:00Z But the loss throws cold water on that, and allows Amazon to add and cut staff at its warehouses as it wants. Workers at Amazon warehouse in Alabama reject unionization, a major win for the e-commerce giant 2021-04-09T04:00:00Z Irving, in his response to Hawley, threw cold water on such speculation. Analysis | Rep. Jim Jordan’s false claim that Pelosi denied a request for National Guard troops 2021-03-01T05:00:00Z Party officials announced plans last week to hold the convention at Liberty but university officials immediately threw cold water on the plan. Virginia GOP tries again to develop nomination plans 2021-03-06T05:00:00Z That incident also sparked talk of impeachment among rank-and-file Democrats, but party leadership threw cold water on that idea. Three House Democrats circulate Articles of Impeachment against Trump 2021-01-07T05:00:00Z After the initial excitement surrounding that paper's publication, however, two subsequent scientific investigations were not able to replicate the original study's results, throwing cold water on the original flame of excitement. Scientists discovered a radio signal from the nearest star and want to know if it's from aliens 2020-12-23T05:00:00Z Another leading contender for that task, Senator Ron Johnson, Republican of Wisconsin, seemingly threw cold water on the idea as well. Defying Trump, McConnell Seeks to Squelch Bid to Overturn the Election 2020-12-15T05:00:00Z Even Fox News, Trump’s favorite cable channel, was throwing cold water on his claims of fraud. Trump couldn’t win. So he golfed and tweeted. 2020-11-07T05:00:00Z At a contentious board meeting in early October, the school board threw cold water on the superintendent’s suggestion. Fairfax County School Board directs superintendent to develop a more equitable ‘talent development’ program for Thomas Jefferson High School 2020-10-22T04:00:00Z Mr. McConnell’s remarks, confirmed by four Republicans familiar with them, threw cold water on Mr. Trump’s increasingly urgent push to enact a new round of pandemic aid before Election Day. McConnell Moves to Head Off Stimulus Deal as Pelosi Reports Progress 2020-10-20T04:00:00Z He politically distanced himself as well, throwing cold water on the president’s whiplash-inducing reversal on a stimulus bill. Opinion | Manic Panic on the Potomac 2020-10-10T04:00:00Z At an event earlier Friday in Kentucky, McConnell threw cold water on prospects for legislation to pass, saying it was “unlikely in the next three weeks.” Trump makes $1.8 trillion economic relief offer, but deal with Pelosi remains elusive 2020-10-09T04:00:00Z But ByteDance, the Chinese owner of TikTok, threw cold water on that structure on Sunday, disputing both Oracle’s and Mr. Trump’s characterization of the deal. TikTok Deal Trips Over U.S.-China Power Struggle 2020-09-21T04:00:00Z A San Francisco Chronicle article dished that when Guilfoyle was seeking to return to San Francisco as a prosecutor, she felt Harris threw cold water on the prospects. Kimberly Guilfoyle went from San Francisco's first lady to bashing California at the RNC 2020-08-25T04:00:00Z “It’s senseless behavior that throws cold water on the long effort by the Korean people to prevent the spread of the coronavirus,” the president wrote in a message on social media Sunday. Pastor of South Korean church linked to at least 300 coronavirus cases tests positive 2020-08-17T04:00:00Z After that interview was published, however, West took to Twitter to throw cold water on the idea that he's only in it to hurt Biden: Some Trump allies fear that the promotion of Kanye West's 2020 bid could backfire 2020-08-10T04:00:00Z The findings set off a frenzy of speculation that immunity to the virus may not last long, throwing cold water on hopes for a vaccine. Concerns about Waning COVID-19 Immunity Are Likely Overblown 2020-07-31T04:00:00Z “Stocks fell when Fed Chair Jay Powell threw cold water on optimism about a fast recovery for the American economy,” Hooper said. Dow rebounds but chalks up worst week since March 2020-06-12T04:00:00Z Mr. Chan wanted to throw cold water on that wishful thinking. Amnesia Nation: Why China Has Forgotten Its Coronavirus Outbreak 2020-05-27T04:00:00Z But he was wrong that it was the “only bad survey” that threw cold water on the efficacy of hydroxychloroquine. Trump’s Inaccurate Claims on Hydroxychloroquine 2020-05-21T04:00:00Z Still, Mr. Graham threw cold water on the idea of calling Mr. Obama. Changing Subject Amid a Pandemic, Trump Turns to an Old Ploy: Blame Obama 2020-05-14T04:00:00Z Some analysts threw cold water on the notion that the market was seriously pricing in negative rates. Less than zero? Fed's Powell shows no love for negative rates 2020-05-13T04:00:00Z But countries like Peru, Indonesia and Brazil, tropical countries in the throes of growing epidemics, throw cold water on that idea. The Covid-19 Riddle: Why Does the Virus Wallop Some Places and Spare Others? 2020-05-03T04:00:00Z Democrats are throwing cold water on this latest ploy, and understandably so. Opinion | Mitch McConnell should not use this crisis to advance his ‘tort reform’ agenda 2020-05-03T04:00:00Z "But on March 24, the federal government's top interagency working group of clinicians and scientists privately threw cold water on his claims, according to a federal official with knowledge of the working group's deliberations." New report reveals Trump admin’s "pressure campaign" to push drug he touted as COVID-19 miracle cure 2020-04-26T04:00:00Z But the virus outbreak will throw cold water on any rebound, with global shipments likely to record another decline. Samsung poised to benefit from China virus woes afflicting Apple, other rivals 2020-02-18T05:00:00Z Last week Toshiro Muto, the CEO of the Tokyo organizing committee, said he was “seriously worried that the spread of the infectious disease could throw cold water on the momentum toward the games.” Tokyo, IOC officials reiterate that the Olympics are on 2020-02-12T05:00:00Z “I am seriously worried that the spread of the infectious disease could throw cold water on the momentum toward the Games,” Muto said. Coronavirus live updates: China deaths pass 490 as 10 test positive on cruise ship in Japan – latest news 2020-02-05T05:00:00Z Mr. Trump himself on Wednesday threw cold water on the prospect of reaching any big-picture legislative agreements if Democrats, led by Speaker Nancy Pelosi, pressed ahead with their inquiry. Already Light, Legislative Menu Chopped Down by Impeachment Fight 2019-09-26T04:00:00Z Rep. Jerrold Nadler, New York Democrat and House Judiciary Committee chairman, threw cold water on the idea by saying lawmakers are focused on their investigation into whether Mr. Trump should be impeached. Top Democrats rush to squash Kavanaugh impeachment push 2019-09-17T04:00:00Z Moreover, top Democrats in Congress also threw cold water on impeachment. Rep. Ayanna Pressley to introduce resolution calling for impeachment inquiry into Brett Kavanaugh 2019-09-17T04:00:00Z Two large retailers, Target and Lowe’s, reported second-quarter profits on Wednesday that beat analysts’ expectations, throwing cold water on the view that a global industrial slump was beginning to bleed into the broader American economy. Stock Market Rallies, Showing Resilience of Consumers 2019-08-21T04:00:00Z Authorities threw cold water on them and postponed interrogation because of their unfit condition. Suspected drug traffickers call police after getting trapped in Belgian shipping container 2019-08-01T04:00:00Z The Israeli historian also threw cold water on the dreams of tech CEOs who see humans setting up colonies on other planets. Humans will eventually merge with machines, professor says 2019-07-10T04:00:00Z Trump also bragged that the tax cuts were resulting in big bonuses for employees, but the report threw cold water on that claim too. GOP tax cut bill had nearly no effect on growth, GDP or wages 2019-05-30T04:00:00Z The wide receiver appeared to throw cold water on the report when he replied “fake news” to a post about the potential deal posted on the NFL’s official Instagram account. Antonio Brown trade talks between Bills and Steelers fall through 2019-03-08T05:00:00Z Mr. McConnell threw cold water on the proposal to make Election Day a federal holiday. House Democrats Will Vote on Sweeping Anti-Corruption Legislation. Here’s What’s in It. 2019-03-07T05:00:00Z Though Phil himself threw cold water on that notion, the narrative will no doubt persist. Where does Phil Mickelson rank among the greatest OMGs? (Old man golfers) - Golf Digest 2019-02-12T05:00:00Z The threat assessment threw cold water on Mr. Trump’s declaration following the Singapore summit that North Korea no longer poses a nuclear threat, with Defense Intelligence Agency Director Lt. Donald Trump not using U.S. troops as bargaining chip in North Korea talks, envoy says 2019-01-31T05:00:00Z Trump seemed to throw cold water on that idea during an interview Sunday, yet on Monday Press Secretary Sarah Huckabee Sanders made the same point. Trump’s imaginary friends: Are Democrats for a wall any more real than Jim in Paris? 2019-01-30T05:00:00Z “Let me just throw cold water on that,” the official said. For now, Pentagon on margins of American response to Venezuela crisis 2019-01-25T05:00:00Z The next morning, as Pence was set to return to the negotiating table, Trump again threw cold water on the effort. Pence’s pickle: How to bargain when no one speaks for Trump 2019-01-12T05:00:00Z Ibrahim Mubarak, executive director of a homeless advocacy group, Right 2 Survive, said Montavilla Initiative members are “running havoc on houseless people,” slashing their tents, throwing cold water on them, following them around. Neighborhood advocates or vigilantes? A group in Portland makes life tougher for the homeless 2018-12-29T05:00:00Z While Clayton threw cold water on the notion of less frequent reporting by large companies, he said the frequency of reporting for smaller companies may merit further study. SEC in no rush to change quarterly reporting: chairman 2018-10-11T04:00:00Z But the results of new study throw cold water on this notion: a typical Canadian is more likely to spend their leisure time cuddled up in front of a television. The great ... indoors? Canadians more likely to spend time inside, study finds 2018-09-27T04:00:00Z Ms. Freeland’s remarks after the morning negotiation session threw cold water on early optimism voiced by both sides of the talks. No deal yet in Canada-U.S. trade talks; time running out 2018-08-31T04:00:00Z Now, I hate to be the one to throw cold water on the Diesel and his acolytes . . . but where’s my bucket? Perspective | As Adrian Peterson chases history, the smart money is on history 2018-08-29T04:00:00Z Mr. Trump, in an interview with Fox News on Friday, threw cold water on that plan, which he called the “moderate” one. Paul Ryan seeks Donald Trump’s assurance on immigration compromise 2018-06-17T04:00:00Z Alternately, if the U.S. government wins its case against AT&T, blocking the merger, it will throw cold water on Comcast’s plans. Bidding for Fox Will Get Serious After Court Ruling 2018-06-10T04:00:00Z Gowdy was obviously trying to curry favor with the president after throwing cold water on his clever new slogan. Spygate’s a big bust, but Donald Trump still hates Jeff Sessions: This week in confusing Russia... 2018-06-01T04:00:00Z “My thoughts are: Let’s not throw cold water on that. Let’s try to keep the momentum going.” U.N. World Food chief hopes ‘new spirit’ will benefit children in North Korea 2018-05-12T04:00:00Z A new genetic study, however, is now throwing cold water on parts of this long-held theory. Ancient DNA Study Pokes Holes in Horse Domestication Theory 2018-05-09T04:00:00Z The Augusta Chronicle throws cold water on the idea of a blue wave: Georgia editorial roundup 2018-05-02T04:00:00Z The director of the Marshall Fund's Alliance for Securing Democracy threw cold water on North Korea's promises: Analysis | The Daily 202: The Intercept breaks open Democratic squabbles as midterm elections approach 2018-04-30T04:00:00Z A strong quarter could convince lenders and private equity investors to back the family in a buyout bid, while weaker sales and profits could throw cold water on a potential deal. Report: Nordstrom family restarting effort to take retailer private 2018-02-23T05:00:00Z The wireless industry also appeared to throw cold water on the plan. Trump team considers creating a nationalized 5G network — and gets pushback from several directions 2018-01-29T05:00:00Z It conjured up thoughts of how the Kings played in 2014, but Brown threw cold water on that notion. What we learned from the Kings' 4-1 win over the Red Wings 2017-11-29T05:00:00Z Brown’s main Republican rival in next year’s gubernatorial race, Knute Buehler, threw cold water on another option: raising taxes on beer and wine. Task force recommends how to cut Oregon’s pension deficit 2017-11-01T04:00:00Z Yet he’s also believed to be eyeing a 2018 challenge to Sen. Bill Nelson, Florida Democrat, and Mr. Scott’s office threw cold water on speculation around the HHS job Monday. Health and Human Services secretary possible nominees include Scott, Jindal 2017-10-02T04:00:00Z And while throwing cold water on his ideas has become a media cottage industry unto itself, his latest pitch to connect cities by suborbital rocket needs much closer scrutiny. Elon Musk’s idea for commercial rocket travel on Earth would be a logistical nightmare 2017-09-29T04:00:00Z They tied Bowman to a chair with speaker wire and threw cold water on him, leaving him to shiver for five hours with the front door open before his workers arrived and rescued him. From High Hopes to near death: An Oregon pot grower’s story 2017-07-22T04:00:00Z Apologies for throwing cold water on Mr. Ossoff and the Democrats in neighboring District 6 and everywhere else watching this election, but do remember that this is Georgia. ‘Nevertheless, She Persisted!’ 2017-04-22T04:00:00Z Mary Voytek, NASA’s director of astrobiology, recently threw cold water on the idea. Cassini’s Grand Finale: A Dive Between Saturn and Its Rings 2017-04-21T04:00:00Z However, analysts and consultants threw cold water on the idea. Jana's call to overhaul Whole Foods supply chain has few takers 2017-04-12T04:00:00Z But the story’s twist, once it arrives with the seeming impossibility of their being together, throws cold water on that. Review | ‘Frantz’ is a beautifully calibrated tale of postwar love and loss 2017-04-06T04:00:00Z Comey threw cold water on that tweet Tuesday, saying he had “no information that supports those tweets.” Comey corrects Trump's tweets in real time 2017-03-21T04:00:00Z The Trump administration and South Korea quickly threw cold water on the proposal as the U.N. THAAD missile shield to South Korea gives Donald Trump advantage over China on North Korea 2017-03-08T05:00:00Z And, senior lawmakers were busy throwing cold water on Trump’s budget proposal, which was made public in broad outlines on Monday. Divided Republicans await guidance from Trump 2017-02-28T05:00:00Z It certainly throws cold water on his claims to transparency. Opinion | The FCC talks the talk on the digital divide — and then walks in the other direction 2017-02-11T05:00:00Z But just as certainly, the massive protests throw cold water on Mr. Trump’s inaugural address claim to be the one and only avatar of the American people. Opinion | The new March on Washington 2017-01-21T05:00:00Z And Fox didn’t exactly throw cold water on the situation by saying the starting position is “performance-based.” Quarterback Jay Cutler makes return for Bears 2016-10-25T04:00:00Z At a developer conference in San Francisco, Marc Benioff, the chief executive of Salesforce, seemed to throw cold water on the idea of buying Twitter. Farhad’s and Mike’s Week in Tech: Samsung’s Exploding Products and Twitter’s Fizzling Deal 2016-10-08T04:00:00Z Ms. Saldana also threw cold water on advocates’ hopes of forcing Homeland Security to shutter its private detention centers that hold illegal immigrants. DHS memo admits refugee fraud ‘easy to commit’ 2016-09-22T04:00:00Z Talking Points Memo’s Josh Marshall throws cold water on recent rumors that Republican leaders might abandon Trump. Trump Turmoil 2016-08-03T04:00:00Z But a new study by Federal Reserve economists Christopher Kurz, Geng Li and Daniel Vine throws cold water on these and other generational explanations. Is the car culture dying? 2016-07-10T04:00:00Z Trump himself tried to throw cold water on that plan. Paul Ryan: ‘It’s not my job to tell delegates what to do’ 2016-06-19T04:00:00Z Later, New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio tried to throw cold water on the controversy by arguing that Bratton was simply speaking out of “frustration.” NYPD Commissioner Bratton's 'thugs' remark riles hip-hop community 2016-05-27T04:00:00Z A leading conservative pressure group threw cold water on the latest version, however, saying negotiators didn’t move the bill in a “conservative direction” and will place some creditors above others. House leaders push new Puerto Rico bill to rescue it from $72B debt 2016-05-19T04:00:00Z Last year Polish authorities threw cold water on their plans by preventing most of the Night Wolves from entering their country on the way to Berlin. Pro-Putin Biker Gang Revs Up Russia 2016-05-09T04:00:00Z Trump also spoke with confidence about the impending GOP convention in Cleveland, and once again threw cold water on the idea of a second round of balloting. Donald Trump says he's 'wasting time' on Republican rivals 2016-05-01T04:00:00Z My mother threw cold water on him and there was a sign of life. How My Struggles as a Teen Mom in Africa Inspired Me 2016-04-06T04:00:00Z Andrews also threw cold water on theories that he and the other evicted students were part of the Black Lives Matter movement, or otherwise part of a politically-motivated partisan protest. Black student evicted from Trump rally: 'We just wanted to gain knowledge' 2016-03-01T05:00:00Z Earlier Thursday, Democratic presidential frontrunner Hillary Clinton threw cold water on the idea of Sandoval serving on the high court, saying she favors a “true progressive” for the post. Sandoval: 'I Do Not Wish to Be Considered' for Supreme Court Job 2016-02-25T05:00:00Z The United States sure knows how to throw cold water on international harmony. Next Supreme Court Justice Will Be Crucial to Climate Change 2016-02-16T05:00:00Z Clinton aides tired to throw cold water on Sanders’ victory, saying the turnout in Iowa was second only to 2008. Sanders Stokes 'The Bern' in New Hampshire Victory Lap 2016-02-02T05:00:00Z He also threw cold water on the notion that his candidacy is the result of Democratic-masterminded conspiracy. Donald Trump on Hillary Clinton: 'I haven't even started on her yet' 2016-01-11T05:00:00Z In an unusual move, Mr. Massad later threw cold water on that figure, telling reporters it isn’t “meaningful” because it includes some bank-owned entities that wouldn’t count as affiliates under the rule. CFTC Adopts Scaled-Back Rule on Bank Safety 2015-12-16T05:00:00Z Baker concludes the memo with a section titled, “Covering the Trump Bet,” which seems to throw cold water on the conventional wisdom that Trump will eventually fade. ‘Misguided missile’: A GOP strategist’s private advice on a Trump nomination 2015-12-02T05:00:00Z But Kerry, speaking after meeting with Hollande, seemed to throw cold water on the prospect of an immediate increase in cooperation with Russia to target the militants. French leader seeks U.S. and Russian unity to intensify Islamic State fight 2015-11-17T05:00:00Z But Charles Koch tried to throw cold water on that notion. Kochs not impressed by 2016 field 2015-11-03T05:00:00Z But now, a new study throws cold water on that hypothesis, finding that these climate-driven pulses did not significantly shape the sea floor. Climate cycles didn’t shape ocean’s abyssal hills 2015-10-15T04:00:00Z But the cable network promptly threw cold water on Trump’s claims, saying it was they who canceled Trump’s scheduled appearance on “The O’Reilly Factor,” not the other way around. Trump cries 'foul' on Fox News 2015-09-23T04:00:00Z For a third time, Biden throws cold water on a 2016 bid … Question for the House GOP rebels: What is their plan to defeat Obama?… What is the House Republicans' plan to defeat Obama's Iran deal? 2015-09-11T04:00:00Z But a recent study throws cold water on these critics' claims, and adds to the growing body of evidence that dramatic action leads to dramatic improvement in the nation's lowest-performing schools. Real Progress 2015-09-09T04:00:00Z Two things could throw cold water on this: 1. ESPN crosses a line at U.S. Open with mid-match tennis player interviews 2015-09-01T04:00:00Z And he offers up valuable skepticism that throws cold water on the idea that you can put the genie back in the bottle by shopping at farmers’ markets or taking meals at $300-a-head restaurants. Food and the decline of good eating 2015-07-23T04:00:00Z That seemed to throw cold water on members of his conference pledging to move forward quickly after Thursday’s court decision. Republicans in Congress Ponder Next Move on Health Care 2015-06-25T04:00:00Z For a third time, Biden throws cold water on a 2016 bid… Question for the House GOP rebels: What is their plan to defeat Obama?… What is the House Republicans' plan to defeat Obama's Iran deal? 2015-09-11T04:00:00Z The defenders of the education status quo are devout in their belief that more money for public education will fix these problems. A report that we co-authored, however, throws cold water on this theory. More Spending Doesn't Lead To Improved Student Learning 2015-05-08T04:00:00Z And a leading Democrat, Patty Murray of Washington, also threw cold water on the compromise, saying, “I will not support an alternative that expands harmful restrictions on women’s reproductive rights, including this latest proposal.” Loretta Lynch stays in limbo as Senate prepares to take up other matters 2015-03-20T04:00:00Z Rep. Jim Jordan, chairman of the conservative’s newly formed Freedom Caucus, threw cold water on the inside-the-beltway chatter about the GOP getting ready to agree to Democrats’ demands. House Republicans unite against Obama amnesty as Homeland Security showdown intensifies 2015-03-01T05:00:00Z But a Kremlin spokesman threw cold water on the idea of her release Friday, saying that Savchenko was still under investigation. Fighting continues in Ukraine despite approaching cease-fire 2015-02-13T05:00:00Z But a new report published Wednesday throws cold water on the idea, suggesting not all performance-based policies lead to improved student outcomes. Report: State Funding Model May Not Help College Students 2015-01-14T05:00:00Z The Tax Reform Act of 1986 threw cold water on IRAs, marking the beginning of the end of IRAs as we knew them. The IRA At 40: Has It Lived Up To Its Promise? 2015-01-14T05:00:00Z “I don’t want to throw cold water on everything,” he said. Amid jubilation by relatives and friends, a ‘Hanukkah miracle’ for Alan Gross 2014-12-17T05:00:00Z McCullock praised the grand jury for working tirelessly, but also threw cold water on many of the witnesses' statements that he said were inconsistent with physical evidence such as autopsies. Grand jury decides not to indict white police officer in Ferguson shooting 2014-11-24T05:00:00Z By pursuing a legal recourse, Boehner gets to “stand up” to President Obama, he gives Republicans something specific to rally behind, and he throws cold water on the more ridiculous alternative tactics. Boehner may expand anti-Obama lawsuit that doesn't exist 2014-11-14T05:00:00Z But a day later, two Fed officials threw cold water on that thesis, saying a gradual increase was likely for the middle of next year, based on current economic conditions. Big stock market swings to be the norm for a while 2014-10-09T04:00:00Z A detailed CBO study threw cold water on many plausible explanations. Curb your enthusiasm about those Medicare savings Administration higher-ups testifying at a House hearing Wednesday threw cold water on scary border scenarios cited by conservatives such as Sen. Ted Cruz of Texas. McCain joins far-right chorus on ISIS border threat 2014-09-11T04:00:00Z Yet his report threw cold water on the most explosive allegation in the scandal: that as many as 40 veterans died in Phoenix because of delays in care. Watchdog Says V.A. Officials Lied 2014-09-10T04:00:00Z But on my first day back in Washington, the Congressional Budget Office threw cold water on my tranquility. America’s real ice bucket challenge Politicians can even throw cold water on cold water. Everyone Is a News Editor Now and Other Fascinating News on the Web 2014-08-21T04:00:00Z Regardless of the motivation, it’s amusing to watch the chiefs throw cold water on themselves. Ice Bucket Challenge: Zuckerberg, Nadella and More 2014-08-14T04:00:00Z In May, a post on the Education Lab blog threw cold water on the latest headline-grabbing study to suggest that parent involvement has little bearing on student achievement. When swimming through data, skeptism can be a life raft 2014-07-10T04:00:00Z Jim Swift, a native of Shaker Heights, a Cleveland suburb, who worked on logistics at previous conventions, threw cold water on boosters’ hopes in a column in The Plain Dealer. An Energized Cleveland Takes a Bipartisan Tack to Wooing Conventions 2014-07-03T04:00:00Z “Now is not the time to throw cold water on everyone’s party,” he said. Costly stadium no answer to Manaus’ traffic woes 2014-06-13T04:00:00Z At the other site, the idea of establishing a large maintenance yard would throw cold water on plans to create walkable business and residential areas along the Bel-Red Corridor, he said. Reaction cool to proposed Sound Transit rail-yard sites 2014-06-05T04:00:00Z The Urban Institute, which has been closely tracking the rollout of the health law, just last week threw cold water on the prospect of “skyrocketing premiums.” Obamacare Sticker Shock Unlikely For Most In 2015 2014-05-25T04:00:00Z For California, the analysis throws cold water on economic projections built upon Intek's projections. U.S. officials cut estimate of recoverable Monterey Shale oil by 96% 2014-05-21T04:00:00Z On Wednesday Harvard tried to throw cold water on the controversy. Harvard's so-called 'white privilege' class 2014-05-16T04:00:00Z It seems as though Ms Clinton is not exactly throwing cold water on the rampant speculation about her plans for the 2016 presidential election. Hillary Clinton's 'unfinished business' 2014-05-12T16:48:04Z “The proposal before the Senate throws cold water on job creation and it adds to the burdens businesses are already facing,” he said. Republican-Led Filibuster Blocks Minimum Wage Bill in Senate 2014-04-30T16:36:07Z This month, Boehner also threw cold water on the prospect of an immigration-reform package landing on the president’s desk this year. Congressional Republicans focused on calming their divided ranks 2014-02-17T19:13:56Z “A decade of results throws cold water on the notion that strategists exhibit any special ability to time the markets.” The Sketch Guy: Forget Market Timing, and Stick to a Balanced Fund 2014-01-27T21:56:14Z But Washington appears poised to throw cold water on the fiery recovery. DealBook: Housing Recovery May Be Running Out of Steam 2013-12-24T17:38:03Z Last week, on the same day that the Chinese government threw cold water on Bitcoin, Bank of America Merrill Lynch became the first main Wall Street firm to release research about the currency. DealBook: Bitcoin Believers See a Role for Wall Street 2013-12-11T19:17:11Z Asked about the possibility of a federal response to Detroit's recent bankruptcy declaration, Lew threw cold water on any chances the struggling city will get federal aid. Lew says stubborn Congress risks repeating U.S. fiscal wounds 2013-07-28T13:10:46Z But the palace seemed to throw cold water on that plan. London Journal: With Royal Baby Due, Street Is a Waiting Zone 2013-07-12T00:58:50Z "It's going to throw cold water on efforts to get younger people to sign up," he said. Break for smokers? Glitch in health law may limit penalties 2013-07-09T13:13:09Z “I’m not trying to throw cold water on the effort,” he said. Rubio and Obama Mostly Agree on Immigration, But Reform Still Uncertain 2013-02-20T13:20:25Z “I’m not trying to throw cold water on the effort,” he says. Marco Rubio: The New Voice of the GOP 2013-02-07T13:05:21Z Prime Minister David Cameron of Britain may throw cold water on that idea, if he attends. DealBook: A Chance to Rub Shoulders With the Elite of Business and Politics 2013-01-21T21:28:06Z With more workers arriving in Beijing, demand for housing is increasing Those numbers highlight the Chinese leadership's failure to throw cold water on the overheating housing market. Home ownership dreams in booming Beijing 2013-01-08T01:43:46Z But Senator Reid’s remarks appeared to throw cold water on that notion. Shares Edge Down After Reid’s Remarks 2012-12-27T15:37:30Z The Rand Corp. recently threw cold water on the North Korea missile threat. After the Missile, What Next for North Korea? 2012-12-12T19:05:23Z Demographers also say population trends could throw cold water on the idea that geography defines political destiny. In Washington State, Victory With 8 of 39 Counties 2012-11-28T17:50:03Z They took me down and threw cold water on my face to wake me up. Syrian children speak of beatings, burnings, electric shocks 2012-09-25T18:11:11Z Two high-profile voices threw cold water on the idea of additional monetary stimulus from the Fed. In Oil Market, Stimulus Skepticism Reigns 2012-08-23T21:02:48Z In addition, the European Central Bank threw cold water on hopes for further easing soon to stimulate the economy. US STOCKS-Wall St slips as investors pause after weeks of gains 2012-08-20T15:21:25Z The economic downturn threw cold water on that vision. New Hitch in Ground Zero Plans: No Takers 2012-07-25T04:33:38Z More data threw cold water on the recovery. The euro survived Greece's election. Now what? #wonkbook 2012-06-18T12:06:09Z Yet he dared not throw cold water on the tremendous spirits of patriotism and ambition in the West demanding Oregon. The Columbia River Its History, Its Myths, Its Scenery, Its Commerce 2012-04-07T02:00:31.747Z "I don't think much of detectives," Mr. Armstrong said; "but of course, Mary, if you throw cold water on the scheme and don't fancy it, there's an end of it." The Curse of Carne's Hold A Tale of Adventure 2012-04-06T02:00:24.610Z The chairman, a local magistrate, threw cold water on the proposal by reminding them that all their strength was needed for foreign service. Edward Hoare, M.A. A record of his life based upon a brief autobiography 2012-03-28T02:00:25.040Z I wish Charles would give it up; I think if we could only get him to throw cold water on it, the rest would soon follow his example. It May Be True, Vol. II (of III) 2012-03-20T02:00:12.527Z "Mercy, Rob, don't throw cold water on all our bright hopes like that," cried Betty, springing up as she heard her name spoken in the hall. The Little Colonel at Boarding-School 2012-02-22T03:00:28.473Z After the rumors first started swirling around the much-needed MS Office suite for iOS, some analyst decided to throw cold water on the whole meme. The Analyst Who Erred 2012-02-21T19:33:58Z That threw cold water on the idea that it would sell itself in one piece. Is Yahoo a bargain? The case for hating the company but loving the stock 2012-01-04T22:44:03Z Gross' imprisonment threw cold water on a warming trend in relations between the decades-old-ideological foes. More than 2,500 freed in Cuba amnesty: rights group 2011-12-27T18:16:18Z She always does throw cold water on any enjoyment. The Fourth Estate, vol.1 2011-12-25T03:00:10.170Z He threw cold water on the idea of the bank funneling money to countries through the I.M.F. High & Low Finance: A Central Bank Doing What Central Banks Do 2011-12-21T23:44:05Z Many chartered financial analysts are throwing cold water on the idea of a prosperous new year, predicting Europe's sovereign-debt crisis will worsen and stocks to be a less-than-stellar investment. Financial Analysts Dim on '12 2011-12-15T16:05:30Z Mr. Draghi also threw cold water on expectations that the E.C.B. might use the threat of deflation as a justification to expand the money supply. E.C.B. Moves to Head Off Credit Crunch 2011-12-09T11:39:02Z Beware of throwing cold water on zealous souls, whenever you meet with them. Practical Religion Being Plain Papers on the Daily Duties, Experience, Dangers, and Privileges of Professing Christians 2011-11-30T03:00:13.313Z While the Capitol was abuzz with reports of new offers and serious negotiations, the Senate majority leader, Harry Reid, Democrat of Nevada, threw cold water on hints of progress toward a deal. Republicans Optimistic on a Deficit Proposal 2011-11-16T03:05:43Z But Shrum throws cold water on the idea that any of the GOP also-rans will be the next big thing, supplanting Cain. GOP speed daters ready to go steady with Romney, or still casting about for next big thing? 2011-10-21T11:29:29Z But measurements of Halley's Comet and five others threw cold water on the idea that comets provided a large share of the oceans. New Evidence For Comet Sources Of Ocean Water 2011-10-10T17:45:00.217Z Their intention was to set the city on fire, but their own leader threw cold water on it before it was even lighted, by making himself an engine of communication with the Roman Government. The Comic History of Rome 2011-10-09T02:00:24.507Z You seem to throw cold water on every suggestion that is made. The Nameless Island A Story of some Modern Robinson Crusoes 2011-10-08T02:00:20.880Z But even after Larson himself threw cold water on the idea, many observers still felt he was just biding his time. A closer look at Mariners minority owner Chris Larson 2011-10-07T06:06:04Z At first the steam was condensed by throwing cold water on the outside of the cylinder. The Story of Great Inventions 2011-10-05T02:00:16.353Z Extra point A great story, but is anyone willing to throw cold water on a hot team? The Fifth Down: View From Buffalo on the Bills 2011-09-26T13:02:43Z Now, a new paper throws cold water on that claim, adding to doubts that the feted gene influences life span at all. Study Casts Doubts on a Key Aging Gene 2011-09-21T18:00:00Z The higher the unemployment rate climbs, the easier it will be for Democrats to throw cold water on his claims. Rick Perry and the Dukakis trap 2011-09-19T18:39:00Z I don't like to throw cold water on any proposition, but if you want my opinion, I must say I see no necessity for making a public thing out of it in that way. Puppets at Large Scenes and Subjects from Mr Punch's Show 2011-09-19T02:00:13.900Z “Come on, fellows; don’t throw cold water on the scheme if the girls like it,” put in Stephen. The Automobile Girls Along the Hudson Fighting Fire in Sleepy Hollow 2011-09-18T02:00:23.270Z "It appears to me, mates," replied the carpenter, "that our friend Billy is going to throw cold water on all our plans." The Life of a Celebrated Buccaneer A Page of Past History for the Use of the Children of To-day 2011-07-06T02:00:45.180Z Fordham looked quickly up, intending to throw cold water on the whole scheme. Fordham's Feud 2011-07-05T02:00:31.267Z I think it’s quite horrid of you to throw cold water on him.” The Fire Trumpet A Romance of the Cape Frontier 2011-07-05T02:00:23.353Z He thinks because he is the eldest, and throws cold water on people, and carries his head high. The Mantle and Other Stories 2011-05-29T02:00:07.233Z Not to throw cold water on the efforts of Lucian to guide you to the best that Cambridge offers," said Fritz, "I must tell you that a visit to the glass flowers is almost commonplace. Brenda's Ward A Sequel to 'Amy in Acadia' 2011-05-20T02:00:37.457Z In vain he applied to the Hon. W. Morris; that gentleman threw cold water on the whole business. The Last Laird of MacNab An Episode in the Settlement of MacNab Township, Upper Canada 2011-04-14T02:00:54.620Z Recent research throws cold water on the theory: a late-March paper in the journal Nature Geoscience said there was no evidence of anything more than a regional triggering effect after a major quake. Special Report: Japan quake reveals cracks in insurance system 2011-04-05T15:30:34Z Porto’s players poured off the bench in celebration at the final whistle, but Benfica did its best to throw cold water on the party — literally. Goal: Porto Celebrates in the Dark at the Stadium of Light 2011-04-04T05:01:53Z Mentor also sought to throw cold water on entering into merger talks with a rival. DealBook: In Rebuffing Icahn, Mentor Graphics Points to Risks 2011-03-28T13:03:26Z I don't like to throw cold water on any proposition, but if you want my opinion, I must say I see no necessity for making a public thing of it in that way. Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 105, July 8th 1893 2011-03-26T02:00:11.953Z “It is a shame to throw cold water on Miss Thayer’s beautiful sentiment,” continued Armstrong. The Spell 2011-03-20T02:00:34.173Z BOSTON—A new finding presented at a conference here last week throws cold water on the impassioned debate about the link between a novel mouse retrovirus and prostate cancer and chronic fatigue syndrome in humans. Fresh Doubts About Connection Between Mouse Virus and Human Disease 2011-03-08T23:36:24Z In this strain he continued for some time, but suddenly, he threw cold water on the hopes he had created by telling them that "they must go home and hammer out their own salvation." The Strange Story of Harper's Ferry With Legends of the Surrounding Country 2011-03-04T03:00:59.137Z The euro was on the defensive after its more than 1 percent drop overnight after European Central Bank President Jean-Claude Trichet threw cold water on expectations of a rise in euro zone interest rates. U.S. data and M&A lifts stocks 2011-02-04T07:01:30Z In the foreign-exchange markets, the euro remained stymied after European Central Bank President Jean-Claude Trichet threw cold water on the idea the central bank would soon embark on the path of increasing key rates. Asian Shares Mixed 2011-02-04T05:18:48Z There was plenty of enthusiasm warming up, but Deacon Farnham seemed inclined to throw cold water on their hope of victory. Winter Fun 2011-01-25T03:00:22.297Z However, Department of Justice officials threw cold water on those suggestions. No intention to move Arizona shooting trial: Justice Dept 2011-01-18T17:57:13Z Carpenter, however, threw cold water on the scheme, and the rebuff touched the poet's susceptibilities so sharply, that he determined not to trust himself again in London "without the means of commanding a supply." Thomas Moore 2011-01-14T03:00:51.040Z I did think of giving a landlord's dinner, and of collecting the whole settlement in a body, for the purpose of jovial and friendly communion; but old Andries threw cold water on the project. The Chainbearer Or, The Littlepage Manuscripts 2011-01-13T03:01:05.707Z "I don't want to throw cold water on an interesting thing, but that's what it is -- an interesting thing," Gallo said. German doctors declare "cure" in HIV patient 2010-12-15T23:56:29Z We should celebrate the hope this brings – and not throw cold water on so-called mass CT scans that have yet to happen. Well: The Downside of a Cancer Study Extolling CT Scans 2010-11-16T15:20:00Z Ackman also sounded a slightly more optimistic note about the future of the U.S. economy by throwing cold water on buildings concerns that politicians in Washington will derail any recovery. Pershing's Ackman: Environment ripe for acquisitions 2010-10-12T22:27:00Z But weak data on consumer sentiment and lackluster bank earnings Friday threw cold water on those hopes. Wall Street wipes out week's gains as fears resurface 2010-07-17T04:00:00Z But the Obama administration threw cold water on the agreement, saying it did not address all the issues. Israel Faces Deepening Tensions With Turkey Over Raid, and Bond With U.S. Frays 2010-06-05T01:59:00Z Relations were already tender after the United States threw cold water on a Turkish and Brazilian effort to resolve the impasse over Iran’s nuclear program. After Israel Raids Flotilla, U.S. Is Torn Between Allies 2010-06-02T00:40:00Z The latest research to throw cold water on the crystal-ball powers of DNA is a paper in the current issue of the Journal of the American Medical Association. Why DNA Doesn't Always Predict Disease 2010-05-18T17:31:00Z "Of course there's worry about contagion, but it still seems as if it's unlikely to throw cold water on the entire global economic recovery," said Hideyuki Ishiguro, a strategist at Okasan Securities in Tokyo. Euro hits 1-year low, stocks fall on EU debt woes 2010-04-28T06:10:00Z And at Project Syndicate, Harvard economist Martin Feldstein throws cold water on arguments that the dollar is due for a collapse. Neil's Must Reads March 1, 2010 2010-03-01T05:00:00Z He also threw cold water on the notion, popularized by Robert Metcalfe, that the value of a network increases with the square of the number of people attached. All Aboard The Bubble Express 2010-02-25T11:00:00Z Yakoob Beg had, however, succeeded in throwing cold water on the enthusiastic preparations that were being made for exploiting Eastern Turkestan, and his mode of doing so had been quite original and characteristic. The Life of Yakoob Beg Athalik Ghazi, and Badaulet; Ameer of Kashgar There was little time for rehearsal, and, with Horace and Otto doing all in their power to throw cold water on the scheme, Roy and his friends had plenty to worry them. The Crimson Sweater If any onward step is taken they are ready to throw cold water on it; they will suggest all kinds of difficulties. To The Work! To The Work! Exhortations to Christians Snorro had many fears, but he could not bear to throw cold water on Jan’s hopes and plans for reformation. Jan Vedder's Wife After awhile that ugly Irishwoman, who lives in Mr. Slater's house, came into the back gate: you know the one I mean,--the one that threw cold water on me last spring. Letters from a Cat I don't want to appear to be throwing cold water on your natural ambition to get up in the world. The "Genius" A single vulgar remark sometimes throws cold water on the most delicate sentiment. Harper's New Monthly Magazine, Vol. 2, No. 8, January, 1851 If I throw cold water on this plan, it is only that I may suggest another which I think better.... Under False Pretences A Novel They had been afraid that Mr. Lee would ridicule the story, or throw cold water on their plan to go ahead and try to find the treasure. The Rushton Boys at Treasure Cove Or, The Missing Chest of Gold Here am I, full of expedients and resources for his good; there is he, throwing cold water on everything, and making difficulties as if he loved them. Callista : a Tale of the Third Century The pirate then proceeds to throw cold water on the locality that he is to look over, and very often challenges the integrity of the party whom he is going to see. A Stake in the Land I tell you at once, so you shan’t throw cold water on it. The Phantom Lover In your last letter you throw cold water on my proposed journey to Hamburg; and perhaps you are right in thinking the coup I planned not so great and critical as I have been imagining. Dreamers of the Ghetto His Uncle Mariano would not be the man to throw cold water on an idea like that. Mayflower (Flor de mayo) A Tale of the Valencian Seashore Then Dorothy was in one of her impracticable moods, throwing cold water on all her young mistress’s suggestions, and doing her best to disarrange the domestic machinery. Not Like Other Girls Oh, I know you've been throwing cold water on me, leading me up to this. Love of Brothers Again, throwing cold water on the heated iron may cause an immediate fracture. Fire Prevention and Fire Extinction Others shook their heads gloomily and lost no opportunity to throw cold water on the project. Far Past the Frontier The sudden mention of my name in connection with the plot threw cold water on the whole business. The Loyalist A Story of the American Revolution Many players would have remained away altogether, or gone to the game to throw cold water on the efforts of those on the gridiron. Dave Porter and His Rivals or, The Chums and Foes of Oak Hall "You didn't throw cold water on his magazine, did you?" The Creators A Comedy “Now, don’t be a wet blanket and throw cold water on my plans,” said Patty, a little mixed in her metaphor, but smiling placidly at her stepmother. Patty's Success BIXBY: I don't want to throw cold water on any idea that is going to increase the membership but it seems to me that there are some objections to the proposed plan. Northern Nut Growers Association Report of the Proceedings at the 13th Annual Meeting Rochester, N.Y. September, 7, 8 and 9, 1922 I hate to be one of those people who throw cold water on other peoples' hopes. Lucy Maud Montgomery Short Stories, 1907 to 1908 Count Regnault spoke to the same purpose; but threw cold water on the debate, by unskilfully introducing the mention of the foreign powers, and asking in whose name the army was to fight. Memoirs of the Private Life, Return, and Reign of Napoleon in 1815, Vol. II "Swear not, my son," he said gently; "we try to be good Christians; but we believe not that Christianity consists in throwing cold water on the head, with a little salt." The World's Greatest Books — Volume 19 — Travel and Adventure I only said——” “You tried to throw cold water on what the boys did,” she reminded him. The Moving Picture Boys on the Coast “Yes, and he’d discharge you if I told him how you threw cold water on his plans.” The Dingo Boys The Squatters of Wallaby Range "You've got to promise to be good and not throw cold water on our hopes," announced Jack. The Rover Boys on Snowshoe Island or, The Old Lumberman's Treasure Box I have known you, in former times, try to take me for an angel: then would I throw cold water on your folly by calling lustily for chines of beef and mugs of ale. The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 18, No. 105, July 1866 If you throw cold water on Greuze’s head, very likely you will extinguish his talent along with his vanity. Diderot and the Encyclopædists Volume II. "Now, what makes you try to throw cold water on a feller all the time?" complained Jimmy. Boy Scouts on Hudson Bay The Disappearing Fleet It was part of the romance of the thing, and yet it threw cold water on Joe's newly-lighted courage, and put it out again. Julia And Her Romeo: A Chronicle Of Castle Barfield From "Schwartz" by David Christie Murray And the experts from France are throwing cold water on our cause by day and night. Gallipoli Diary, Volume 2 “Oh come, George, you old growler, you’re just trying to throw cold water on our big scheme,” complained Felix Robbins, trying to pull the other down. The Boy Scouts of Lenox Of all that conclave the only one who did not throw cold water on our hero was pretty little brown-eyed May. Charlie to the Rescue Phil was perplexed and disappointed, for May not only appeared to throw cold water on his efforts, but seemed unwilling to give her personal aid in the rescue of her old playmate. Post Haste “Oh, my dear Frewen, don’t throw cold water on the plan, pray,” he cried. Sail Ho! A Boy at Sea He did not wish to throw cold water on the child’s delight, nor to damage her newly found friend in her eyes. All's Well Alice's Victory “Well, I never saw such a chap for throwing cold water on any suggestion one makes!” exclaimed Eric in an indignant tone. Fritz and Eric The Brother Crusoes Never frighten a child by throwing cold water on it or by giving it a too sudden cold plunge; great harm may be permanently done by these efforts to "toughen the baby." The Mother and Her Child Ye observe, it was only to throw cold water on the unthrifty flame of a mother’s pride that I said this, and to pull down uppishness from its heathenish temple in the heart, head-foremost. The Life of Mansie Wauch Tailor in Dalkeith, written by himself I had always observed that mournful ‘Nequicquam’ which comes to throw cold water on us after a little glow of Hope. Letters of Edward FitzGerald in Two Volumes Vol. II As Mr Bunker’s attempts to throw cold water on this scheme proved quite futile, he made a graceful virtue of necessity, dressed himself with care, and set out in the afternoon for the Park. The Lunatic at Large I wasn't going to throw cold water on the tea party. Grace Harlowe's Third Year at Overton College She did not like to seem to throw cold water on his joyful mood. Mary Gray I don't like to collect pay in advance; and while I don't want to throw cold water on you, Long, I'm free to confess I don't know exactly how she'll act. Dixie Hart It will be safe until we come back, and the Clytie might be tempted to throw cold water on it if we should take it along. The Price The king threw cold water on the enterprise. Historical Tales - The Romance of Reality - Volume VII Colman threw cold water on the undertaking from the very beginning. Goldsmith English Men of Letters Series "It was not like you to throw cold water on my pleasure." Mary Gray I am not the man to throw cold water on any one's schemes. The Circular Study Stupidity, rusticity, and a want of sensibility and attention, as it is said, throw cold water on a cause against which the orator can not be too well provided. The Training of a Public Speaker Dear," she said, very gently, "I wish this could have been prevented; but, for my husband's sake, I dare not throw cold water on your plan. The Girl's Own Paper, Vol. VIII: No. 353, October 2, 1886. I think his intention was to crake disbelief of his rival's sincerity, to throw cold water on his burning professions, perhaps even to question the excellence of his intentions. Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 159, July 21, 1920 As that country cannot be relied on in the present state of its executive, the King of Prussia has become more moderate; he throws cold water on the fermentation he had excited in Poland. Memoir, Correspondence, And Miscellanies, From The Papers Of Thomas Jefferson, Volume 2 "Now, Peleg, don't throw cold water on my enthusiasm," said Tom reproachfully. The Rover Boys in Camp or, The Rivals of Pine Island And you are not going to throw cold water on my endeavors, are you, pappy? Macleod of Dare Never let them stand day after day on the stove, and never throw cold water on them, as it makes them very rough. The Easiest Way in Housekeeping and Cooking Adapted to Domestic Use or Study in Classes But isn't it mean of her to throw cold water on the procession like this? Vandover and the Brute Nothing was ever done for the men with fits except to throw cold water on them. The Road I do not know which is Mannhardt’s very last essay, but I shall prove that in the posthumous essays Mannhardt threw cold water on the whole method of philological comparative mythology. Modern Mythology I know the influences that are at work in the War Office throwing cold water on the Volunteers and causing intense dissatisfaction in Ireland by unnecessary delays. John Redmond's Last Years Saunders of course threw cold water on this project, but was obliged to admit that there would be some profit in it, and that for me it would be far easier. The Correspondence of Thomas Carlyle and Ralph Waldo Emerson, 1834-1872, Vol. I It was not wise and was certainly not necessary to throw cold water on the young fellow's harmless aspirations. Don Orsino So I kept silent, though secretly wishing he had not taken the trouble to throw cold water on my hopes, for I had built several air castles with the money which seemed within my grasp. The Log of a Cowboy A Narrative of the Old Trail Days "What makes you try to throw cold water on all our expectations, in that way?" Frank, the Young Naturalist Accordingly, when Burr reached him he threw cold water on his plans, and though he did not denounce or oppose them, he refrained from taking further active part in the seditious propaganda. The Winning of the West, Volume 4 Louisiana and the Northwest, 1791-1807 We hastened to revive him by every possible means at hand, throwing cold water on him and warming his hands and feet. Stories by American Authors, Volume 5 I hate cynicism, and I should be the last to throw cold water on an ideal, but, as I said, the real fruits of that political master-stroke are in danger. Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 156, April 30, 1919 Why, she called me a dirty beggar, and threatened to throw cold water on me if I didn't go away. The Garies and Their Friends He would be sure to throw cold water on them. Ballads of a Bohemian What good can it do you to throw cold water on that corpse and get up that selfish theory that there ain't been any murder? Tom Sawyer, Detective But the Phoenix quickly threw cold water on his new-born dream. The Phoenix and the Carpet Ralph was so aglow with joyous excitement at the thought of this adventure, that Albert had not the heart to throw cold water on his enthusiasm. Boyhood in Norway Oh, Ess!" he rejoined, "don't throw cold water on a fellow in that style—don't harbour so many doubts. The Garies and Their Friends Diemerbroeck confirms this singular property of musk by an analogous observation, in which the ludicrous method of throwing cold water on the persons was practised. Anomalies and Curiosities of Medicine It was to be hoped Mr. Godfrey would not go to Tarley and throw cold water on what Mr. Snell said there, and so prevent the justice from drawing up a warrant. Silas Marner You, as an American citizen, ought to be the last person in the world to throw cold water on an undertaking like that. Soldiers of Fortune Oh! no; there would be a Mrs. Knightley to throw cold water on every thing.—Extremely disagreeable! Emma "Don't forget that the gasoline is going to eat a big hole into our little pile of the long green," remarked Curly Baxter, still engaged in trying to throw cold water on the scheme. The Banner Boy Scouts Afloat or, the Secret of Cedar Island I could, myself, have taught him a good deal about it, but I refrained from throwing cold water on his enthusiastic ideas about American agriculture. In a Steamer Chair and Other Stories Mr. Hargrave Greenwood, of Greenwood and Greenwood, seemed at first inclined to throw cold water on the proposition, but after some little debate, agreed that extreme caution would certainly counsel such a step. Charlotte's Inheritance Whatever little plan Mrs. Bates may have been revolving in her mind, Jane was too loyal to throw cold water on it. With the Procession Lady Holme watched the whole performance imperturbably, but before the final curtain fell she knew that she was not going to throw cold water on that flame which was burning within her. The Woman with the Fan We should endeavor to stimulate the movement of the paunch by pressure on the flank with the hand, throwing cold water on the wall of the abdomen and by hypodermic injections of strychnine. Common Diseases of Farm Animals People there were to laugh at these predictions, but they were only throwing cold water on lime; the more they did so the more it smoked. The Christian A Story Still, I do not wish to throw cold water on your enterprise. Remarks "Don't throw cold water on it," begged Polly under her breath, while the baby scrambled all over her, "don't, Jasper; Phronsie has set her heart on it." Five Little Peppers Grown Up Charley had pulled her out of the river, and no one, as far as her efforts could prevent it, should be allowed to throw cold water on him. The Three Clerks So he threw cold water on the Walker suggestion that the currency should bear interest with a view that holders would hoard it. The Lincoln Story Book A Judicious Collection of the Best Stories and Anecdotes of the Great President, Many Appearing Here for the First Time in Book Form "Oh, say, can't you let a feller get up even a little thing like that without throwing cold water on him?" complained Bandy-legs, in a grieved tone. The Strange Cabin on Catamount Island The philosopher threw cold water on his visit, because he did not believe in his sincerity. Seekers after God Dignity threw cold water on such a scheme. The Pothunters "Come, now, old mother Prim, don't throw cold water on our little party," said Alicia. Two Little Women on a Holiday "Why art thou throwing cold water on such sweet hopes?" said Lysbet to her husband. The Maid of Maiden Lane Somehow or other she managed to upset every plan, throw cold water on every pleasure, and acted as a general wet blanket on all the doings of Patty and Mona. Patty's Butterfly Days I take from my shelves Epictetus, who might be expected to throw cold water on the most burning fever of the mind. The Morals of Marcus Ordeyne : a Novel If another desires to amass historical and archaeological facts, measurements of hypaethral temples, modes of burial, folk-lore, fortification, God forbid that I should throw cold water on the quest. At Large Lord Uxmoor gave her no excuse for throwing cold water on him, because his adoration was implied, not expressed; and he followed her up so closely, she could hardly get a word with Severne. A Woman-Hater He had already thought of this modification himself, but with his characteristic caution, threw cold water on the scheme until he could ascertain definitely whether or not it was practicable. The Blazed Trail "Don't throw cold water on the idea before it is fairly started, Mrs. Wilkins," I pleaded. Idle Ideas in 1905 He confesses his letter to Cambridge was to throw cold water on the scheme. Life and Letters of Charles Darwin — Volume 1 "But it is strange to find you, at least, throwing cold water on a daring plot." Westward Ho!, or, the voyages and adventures of Sir Amyas Leigh, Knight, of Burrough, in the county of Devon, in the reign of her most glorious majesty Queen Elizabeth "I've just been throwing cold water on the enthusiasms of a boy." The Man Who Knew Too Much They threw cold water on her and carried her out into the open air. The Voyages of Dr. Dolittle |
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