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cold comfort vs comfort cold

The correct phrase is 'cold comfort.' 'Cold comfort' is an idiomatic expression meaning a disappointing or unsatisfying consolation. It is commonly used in English. 'Comfort cold' is not a standard phrase in English.

Last updated: March 20, 2024

cold comfort

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

The phrase 'cold comfort' is used to describe a situation where something intended to make someone feel better actually makes them feel worse or is not helpful at all.

Examples:

  • His apology was cold comfort after all the damage he had caused.
  • The small amount of money they offered was cold comfort for the loss of our home.
  • The doctor's reassurance was cold comfort to the worried parents.
  • The apology was cold comfort for the years of mistreatment.
  • The promise of future improvements was cold comfort to those suffering now.

comfort cold

This phrase is not a standard expression in English.

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