burst someone's bubble: meaning & examples

Meanings:

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  • To disappoint or disillusion someone by revealing an unpleasant truth or by undoing their hopes, illusions, or optimistic expectations.

  Examples

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  • I hate to burst your bubble, but the project won't be finished on time.

    Odio desilusionarte, pero el proyecto no estará terminado a tiempo.

  • She burst his bubble by telling him the concert was sold out before he bought tickets.

    Ella le arruinó la ilusión diciéndole que el concierto estaba agotado antes de que comprara las entradas.

  • Don't burst my bubble now—I really thought I had a chance at the promotion.

    No me arruines la ilusión ahora; realmente pensé que tenía una oportunidad para el ascenso.