Meaning of 'Cold sweat'
What does the saying 'Cold sweat' mean?
Idiom: Cold sweat
Meaning:
If something brings you out in a cold sweat, it frightens you a lot.
Country: International English |
Subject Area: Body and bodily functions |
Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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