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Cold Fish

Description:

The term "cold fish" is used to describe a person who is emotionally unresponsive, indifferent, or lacking in warmth and empathy towards others. It can also refer to a fish that prefers or thrives in cold water.

Parts of Speech:

• Noun
• Adjective

Sense 1 (Noun - Figurative):

1. A person who is emotionally unresponsive or lacks warmth and empathy:

Example sentence: Despite being friends for years, John always remains a cold fish when it comes to showing any emotions.

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Sense 2 (Noun - Literal):

2. A fish species that prefers or thrives in cold water:

Example sentence: The Arctic char is a cold fish commonly found in the icy waters of the North Atlantic.

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Sense 3 (Adjective - Figurative):

3. Describing a person or behavior as emotionally unresponsive or lacking warmth and empathy:

Example sentence: The politician's cold fish demeanor during the debate alienated many voters.

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