Explain a phrase: "Talk about bursting my bubble"
Could you please explain what does this phrase mean and how to use it:
"Talk about bursting my bubble."

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Explain a phrase: "Talk about bursting my bubble"
Could you please explain what does this phrase mean and how to use it: 
"Talk about bursting my bubble."

Answer

bubble = emotion bubble.
Usually a happy feeling or a high. Then you get some terrible news and the bubble bursts.
If you burst my bubble, then you ruin all my fun.

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It means the surprise was spoilt for you. Example:
 A.: So are you happy with the car your parents are going to buy you for your birthday?
B:  No , I didn't know. "Talk about bursting my bubble."

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"bursting my bubble"

Ruining my hopes.  or Ruining my excitement.

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