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Choose the option which best expresses the meaning of the highlighted idiom/phrase in the sentence. No one knew what to say, but at last I had t
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Choose the option which best expresses the meaning of the highlighted idiom/phrase in the sentence.
No one knew what to say, but at last I had to break the ice.

A.

to end the hostility

B.

to start a conversation

C.

to crack the ice

D.

to start fighting

Correct option is B


The correct answer is (b) to start a conversation.
The idiom "break the ice" means to initiate conversation or interaction to ease tension or awkwardness in a situation.
· To start a conversation: बातचीत शुरू करना.
· Example: The host broke the ice by introducing himself and cracking a joke.
Related Idioms:
· Get the ball rolling: To start something.
· Bridge the gap: To reduce tension or differences between people.

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