queer somebody's pitch

US /kwɪər ˈsʌm.bə.diz pɪtʃ/
UK /kwɪər ˈsʌm.bə.diz pɪtʃ/
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1.

to spoil someone's plans or chances of success

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His sudden announcement really queered my pitch for the promotion.
The bad weather queered their pitch for an outdoor concert.