Select the most appropriate meaning of the underlined idiom in the given sentence.
You must seize the opportunity to make amends for your earlier curtness.
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 1
The most appropriate meaning of the underlined idiom in the given sentence is to correct a mistake. The idiom "seize the opportunity" means to take advantage of a chance or opportunity.
The other options are not as appropriate.
- To make a proposal means to put forward an idea or suggestion.
- To give a suggestion means to offer an idea or opinion.
- To offer a deal means to propose a business arrangement.