English-French translations for in the cold light of day

• à froid
  Cela donnerait une possibilité réelle aux gens de considérer à froid, quand ils reviennent de vacances, leur désir de poursuivre leur achat. This would give a real opportunity for people to consider, in the cold light of day when they return from holiday, whether they wish to go ahead with their purchase.
• à tête reposée
  Nous devons évaluer les atouts et les inconvénients à tête reposée. We need to assess the pros and cons in the cold light of day.

Definition of in the cold light of day

• Viewed calmly and dispassionately after allowing emotions to cool

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