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🇺🇸 English Expressions: Don’t Rain on My Parade ☔🎉
Hey everyone! 👋
Today’s expression is “don’t rain on my parade.”
👉 It means don’t spoil my happiness, excitement, or good mood.
You say it when someone is being negative or trying to ruin a moment you’re enjoying.
Origin:
This phrase comes from the image of a parade being ruined by rain — something meant to be joyful suddenly turns unpleasant. It became popular in American English in the early 20th century and was later reinforced by songs and pop culture. 🎶
Examples:
• I know it might not work out, but don’t rain on my parade! 😄
• She was excited about the trip, but his comments really rained on her parade. 😕
• Let me enjoy this win — don’t rain on my parade. 🏆
Figurative daily-life examples:
• I finally finished the project, so please don’t rain on my parade. 🎯
• He’s proud of his progress — no need to rain on his parade. 🌟
• Today’s a good day. Don’t rain on my parade! 😎
Now it’s your turn! 💬
Drop your own sentence using “don’t rain on my parade” below 👇
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🇺🇸 English Expressions: Don’t Rain on My Parade ☔🎉
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