Definition of Douse

to extinguish or snuff out

Examples of Douse in a sentence

The announcement of the lottery winner is sure to douse the dreams of millions of people.  🔊

Throughout the night, the firemen worked to douse the apartment fire.  🔊

Everyone knows you should not attempt to douse a grease fire with water.  🔊

If you want to be successful as an actress, you cannot let one rejection douse your dream of becoming a star.  🔊

Danielle knew failing the class would douse any chance she had of attending her best friend’s sleepover.  🔊

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