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Choose the option which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase highlighted in the sentence. The old man was cut to the quick when his r
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Choose the option which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase highlighted in the sentence.
The old man was cut to the quick when his rich son refused to recognize him.

A.

hurt intensely

B.

surprised

C.

annoyed

D.

irritated

Correct option is A


· Explanation:
· The idiom "cut to the quick" means to be deeply hurt or offended by something, especially emotionally.
· In the sentence, the old man feels deeply hurt because his son refused to acknowledge him.
· Example: "Her harsh words cut him to the quick, leaving him deeply hurt and silent."
· Hindi Meaning: किसी की भावनाओं को गहराई से आहत करना
· Related Idioms:
· "Hit someone where it hurts" – To cause emotional pain by addressing a sensitive issue.
· "Pierce someone’s heart" – To cause someone intense emotional pain.
· "Rub salt in the wound" – To make an already painful situation worse.

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