Question
Download Solution PDFSelect the most appropriate meaning of the underlined idiom.
Do not beat about the bush when you have anything to say.
Answer (Detailed Solution Below)
Detailed Solution
Download Solution PDFThe correct answer is: To avoid giving a definite answer or position
Key Points
- "Beat about the bush" is an idiom that means to avoid getting to the point of being indirect in communication. (संचार में अप्रत्यक्ष होने की स्थिति से बचने के लिए)
- For example- Instead of addressing the main issue directly, he tends to beat about the bush and talk about unrelated topics.
- The phrase is often used to encourage someone to be more straightforward or clear in their speech.
- In this context, the speaker is advising someone to not beat about the bush when they have something to say, meaning they should be direct and not avoid giving a clear answer or position.
Therefore, the correct answer is option 4.
Additional Information
- "To try to influence" is not an accurate definition of the idiom.
- "To shift blame on others" is not an accurate definition of the idiom.
- "To argue" is not an accurate definition of the idiom.
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