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Discover LudwigThe phrase 'put a damper' is correct and can be used in written English.
It is often used when you want to express something that has a negative effect on plans or enthusiasm. Example: The bad weather put a damper on our outdoor picnic plans.
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This put a damper between us".
That has put a damper on overall hiring.
That put a damper on things for several years.
I'm not trying to put a damper on your celebration.
But not winning the game put a damper on it".
Several Republicans seemed to put a damper on the idea.
It has just put a damper on the spirit of the sport.
"If we didn't win, it definitely would have put a damper on things".
"They put a damper on what potentially could have been a serious issue," he said.
The eat-what-you-kill incentive structure at S.A.C. put a damper on collegiality.
The second-consecutive disappointing monthly jobs report put a damper over markets Friday morning.
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