The Economic Times

Idiom of the Day: Give someone the cold shoulder Life lessons on silence , ignorance, rejection and why sometimes people choose silence over words

Idiom of the Day: In life, silence can sometimes carry more meaning than words. The idiom give someone the cold shoulder describes the act of deliberately ignoring or showing indifference toward someone, often after a disagreement or misunderstanding. Instead of addressing issues directly, a person uses silence and avoidance as a form of emotional expression. This behavior can be found in friendships, families, and workplaces, where it often leads to confusion and emotional distance.