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Choose the correct meaning of idiom: Make no bones about it
Question

Choose the correct meaning of idiom: Make no bones about it

A.

To hesitate before speaking

B.

To remain neutral

C.

To be direct and honest

D.

To confuse the listener

Correct option is C

Option (c) is the correct meaning of the given idiom.
Make no bones about it: This idiom means to say something plainly and openly, without hesitation or excuses. The speaker is being straightforward and not trying to hide the truth. (Hindi idiom: बिना झिझक साफ़-साफ़ कहना)
Example: I’ll make no bones about it—your performance needs improvement.
Other related idioms and their meanings:
· Call a spade a spade: to speak plainly and directly.
· Pull no punches: to speak without softening criticism.
· Straight from the horse’s mouth: information from the original source.
· Lay it on the line: to state something honestly and clearly.

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