Blow hot and cold
Idioms & PhrasesMEDIUM
to vacillate between opposing opinions or attitudes
Blow hot and cold
Idioms & PhrasesMEDIUM
to vacillate between opposing opinions or attitudes
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Examples
"Do not trust those who blow hot and cold about the plan — they change their mind constantly."
"She blew hot and cold about moving abroad, so we couldn't make plans with her."
Mnemonic Trick
Hot and cold => changeable; alternate extremes.
Cultural Context
Used to describe fickle attitudes or wavering commitment.
Source: Idioms & PhrasesAdded: 11/13/2025
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