Choose the correct meaning of the idiom in bold in the following sentence:

She rejected his proposal of marriage point blank:

Directly

The correct answer is Option (4) → Directly

The idiomatic expression "point blank" is used to describe a direct and straightforward action, statement, or decision, without any evasion or hesitation. In the sentence, when she rejected his marriage proposal "point blank," it means she did so directly and explicitly, without any ambiguity or delay. Therefore, "Directly" best captures the intended meaning of the idiom in this context.