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wet one's whistle
Language:
Meanings:
1.
North American English
British English
General English
informal
colloquial
To have a drink, especially an alcoholic beverage, in order to moisten the throat or relieve thirst.
To take a brief drink before, during, or after an activity to refresh oneself.
2.
General English
informal
To clear or moisten the throat in preparation for speaking or singing.
Examples:
EN:
To wet one's whistle.
ES:
Para mojar la garganta.
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