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Definition of burst (one's) bubble
burst (one's) bubble 
verb
- to disappoint.
We were planning on going camping, but the rain really burst our bubble.
- See more words with the same meaning: to be sad, disappointed.
Last edited on Oct 14 1997. Submitted by Anonymous from OH, USA on Oct 14 1997.
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| Definitions include: one's personal space. | |
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