Take the wind out of your sails Meaning in English
expression
释义
To make someone suddenly lose confidence, enthusiasm, or excitement, especially after they felt optimistic or motivated.
用法与细微差别
This is an idiomatic, informal expression. Often used after someone receives bad news or criticism that kills their excitement. Commonly directed to situations with high initial optimism. Comparable phrases: 'burst your bubble', 'rain on your parade', but this one implies sudden demotivation.
例句
Her teacher's harsh comment really took the wind out of her sails.
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Losing the game took the wind out of their sails.
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Getting rejected from the university took the wind out of his sails.
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I was so excited to present my idea, but my boss took the wind out of my sails with her criticism.
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The unexpected delay really took the wind out of our sails after such a strong start.
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Sorry to take the wind out of your sails, but we can't afford that vacation right now.
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