“Get cold feet”

Definition

To become nervous and change your mind.

Examples

Examples

“He got cold feet before the wedding.”

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Frequently asked questions

What does "Get cold feet" mean?
"Get cold feet" means to become nervous and change your mind..
How do you use "Get cold feet" in a sentence?
Example: "He got cold feet before the wedding."
What is the Russian or Armenian translation of "Get cold feet"?
Испугаться в последний момент. / Վախենալ վերջին պահին և փոխել որոշումը։
Is this idiom formal or informal?
This idiom is neutral and can be used in most contexts.

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