burst someone's bubble

Definition

To disillusion; to disabuse someone of a false notion or rationalization that has grown comfortable.

Example Sentences

• "I hate to burst his bubble, but he is going to be disappointed if he tries that idea."
• "Second, the romance option brings up a unique issue: having sex with an alien. It’s somewhat difficult to say what the Christian should think on this issue because, well, the Bible doesn’t talk about aliens. Probably because they don’t exist (sorry to burst your bubble). Would this be considered bestiality? Or is it not bestiality since they are also beings capable of rational and ethical thought and self-reflection unlike usual animals?"

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