Match the following Idioms given in List I with their meanings given in List II
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LIST I |
LIST II |
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A. Throw cold water over something |
I. To avoid doing a thing |
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B. Beat about the bush |
II. To listen to |
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C. Lend an ear |
III. To discourage someone |
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D. Egg on your face |
IV. To be embarrassed |
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 1
The correct answer is Option (1) → A-III, B-I, C-II, D-IV
The correct match between List I and List II is as follows:
A. Throw cold water over something - III. To discourage someone: This idiom means to discourage or dampen enthusiasm or excitement about something.
B. Beat about the bush - I. To avoid doing a thing: This idiom means to avoid addressing the main topic and instead talk about other things.
C. Lend an ear - II. To listen to: This idiom means to listen attentively or give someone your attention.
D. Egg on your face - IV. To be embarrassed: This idiom means to be put in a situation where you feel embarrassed or foolish.