Choose the correct meaning of the underlined idiom.
Your excuse for missing the test does not hold water; the school bus was on time today.
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 2
The correct answer is Option (2) → seem true or reasonable when checked
| Hold water (underlined idiom) | |
|---|---|
| Meaning | (of an excuse, idea or argument) to seem true or reasonable when it is checked |
| Example | The thief said he was at home, but his story did not hold water. |