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What does the idiom “to bear the brunt of” mean?

A. To enjoy the benefits of something
B. To take on the main force or impact of something
C. To avoid responsibility
D. To lead a group or effort

What is the nearest meaning of the phrase “bandy something around”?

A. To play with an object
B. To discuss something casually or exchange ideas informally
C. To argue intensely
D. To throw something away

Follow hot on the heels of, means:

A. Happen very slowly
B. Happen very soon
C. Happen in hidden manner
D. Happen slow and secretly

What does the idiom “have an axe to grind” mean?

A. To have a tool that needs sharpening
B. To be skilled at woodworking
C. To have a personal interest or grievance
D. To be ready for hard work

Be poles apart” means:

A. Either of the two poles
B. Having nothing in common
C. Leading position in a race
D. Affect somebody greatly

The phrase/ idiom “As right as rain” means:

A. Something is wet
B. Cloudy weather
C. Something is right
D. Something is perfect

What does mean of ‘Lotus-eater’?

A. MAN of no substance
B. Honorary and reputable
C. A person full of laziness
D. A destructive MAN never be conqueror

What is the nearest meaning of the following idiom: “Spring a tap”?

A. Pull a prank
B. Initiate a conversation
C. Trick someone into doing or saying something
D. Start an argument

What does the idiom “to bury the hatchet” mean?

A. To hide evidence
B. To end a conflict and make peace
C. To postpone a decision
D. To prepare for battle

Take something with a pinch of salt”, means:

A. Without wholly believing
B. Eat with some extra salt
C. Eat without salt
D. Believe something completely

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