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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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