Select the most appropriate meaning of the underlined idiom in the given sentence.
Pradeep was so tired that he hit the sack as soon as possible.
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 1
The most appropriate meaning of the underlined idiom in the given sentence is went to bed. The idiom "hit the sack" is a slang term for going to bed. It is often used to express tiredness or exhaustion.
The other options are not as appropriate.
- Accepted defeat means to acknowledge that you have lost a contest or battle.
- Kicked the sack is a slang term for firing someone from their job.
- Left work means to stop working for a period of time.