Multiple choice softskills communication

I hate to throw _______ on your idea, but do you really think she will approve?

  1. sand

  2. water

  3. fire

  4. salt
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

'Throw water on' is an idiom meaning to discourage or dampen enthusiasm for something. The speaker is gently criticizing or questioning the viability of an idea. The other options don't fit this idiomatic expression.

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