English in a Minute Series 5 / Phrases with 'water'

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PhilLet's learn four phrases with 'water'. A fish out of water is someone who feels uncomfortable in an unfamiliar situation.I always feel like such a fish out of water at parties. I hate them. Testing the water is when you try to find out what people think of something before you do it. I think you need to test the water before suggesting this plan. I'm not sure people will like it. If people don't like your idea, they might pour cold water on it be negative about it. It's only ever my plans you pour cold water on. I don't think you're being fair. An insult or criticism that doesn't bother you is like water off a duck's back it just runs off. They had harsh words for him, but he's used to much worse, so it was like water off a duck's back. I don't need to test the water I know these phrases are great. Learn them now!

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