Meaning of the word "rain on someone's parade" in English

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rain on someone's parade

US /reɪn ɑn ˈsʌm.wʌnz pəˈreɪd/
UK /reɪn ɑn ˈsʌm.wʌnz pəˈreɪd/
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Idiom

1.

to spoil someone's pleasure or plans

Example:
I don't want to rain on your parade, but I think you should reconsider your decision.
He always manages to rain on someone's parade with his negative comments.
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