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Take the gilt off the gingerbread

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Metaphorical Use

This phrase is often used metaphorically to express a loss of charm or appeal in a situation or thing.

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After finding out the truth about the charity's finances, it took the gilt off the gingerbread for everyone involved.
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Negative Changes

It's typically used to describe situations that have changed negatively, not just minor disappointments.

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The constant rain took the gilt off the gingerbread of our beach vacation.
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Subtle Disillusionment

The phrase suggests a subtle sense of disillusionment or disenchantment with something once valued.

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Seeing the behind-the-scenes of my favorite show really took the gilt off the gingerbread.
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