Meanings
From the ancient practice of pouring oil on the sea's waves to calm them.
How to pronounce "pour oil on troubled waters":
AU
To calm, appease or quieten a person or situation.
Example Sentences
1
He always tries to pour oil on troubled waters when disagreements arise in the office.
2
After the argument, she went to her friend to pour oil on troubled waters.
3
The politician's speech was an attempt to pour oil on troubled waters after the scandal.
4
When tensions rose between the two countries, diplomats were sent to pour oil on troubled waters.
5
The manager intervened to pour oil on troubled waters and resolve the conflict between the employees.
