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Choose the idiom/phrase that can substitute the highlighted group of words meaningfully. Everyone around me has ignored my plea.
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Choose the idiom/phrase that can substitute the highlighted group of words meaningfully.
Everyone around me has ignored my plea.

A.

Let the cat out of the bag

B.

Turn a deaf ear

C.

Spill the beans

D.

Twist my arm

Correct option is B

The correct idiom is (b) Turn a deaf ear.
Explanation: The idiom "turn a deaf ear" means to ignore or refuse to listen to someone’s plea or request.
· Let the cat out of the bag: Means to reveal a secret.
· Spill the beans: Means to disclose confidential information.
· Twist my arm: Means to persuade someone to do something.
Corrected sentence: "Everyone around me has turned a deaf ear to my plea."

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