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Difference between Dry blanket and Wet blanket

admin Confusing Phrases

dry blanket—(Austral. sl.)—said of a hot afternoon or day:

  • It’s like a bloody dry blanket in here today.

wet blanket—(coll.) a person who discourages enthusiasm or cheerfulness:

  • Jane would spoil the whole thing; she is such a wet blanket.