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IN THE COLD LIGHT OF DAY

time of thinking about smth. clearly and calmly, without the emotions someone had at the time when smth. happened
IN THE COLD LIGHT OF DAY
1. The next morning, in the cold light of day, Sarah realized what a complete idiot she had been.
2. Perhaps he should reflect on what he said when he reads his speech in the cold light of day.


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