Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.

Fair-weather friends

A person whose friendship cannot be relied on in times

The most appropriate meaning of the given idiom "fair-weather friends" is (3) A person whose friendship cannot be relied on in difficult times.

The idiom "fair-weather friends" refers to people who are only friends with you when things are going well. When you are facing difficulties, they are not there for you. This is because they are only interested in being friends with you when it is convenient for them.

The other options do not fit the meaning of the idiom.

• A person who is friends with you during the night is not a fair-weather friend. They are simply a friend who you only see at night.
• A person who is friends with you every day can be a fair-weather friend or a true friend. It depends on the person and their circumstances.
• A person who is friends with you in difficult times is not a fair-weather friend. They are a true friend who is there for you no matter what.