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    Complete the dialogue for Person B using the correct idiom. Person A: I am so nervous. I don’t think I should make the speech tomorrow. Person B
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    Complete the dialogue for Person B using the correct idiom.
    Person A: I am so nervous. I don’t think I should make the speech tomorrow.
    Person B: No. You are just getting ____. You have prepared for this.

    A.

    cold hand

    B.

    cold feet

    C.

    hot feet

    D.

    cold foot

    Correct option is B

    Option (b) is the correct meaning of the idiom used.
    Idiom: "Getting cold feet" – It means becoming nervous or hesitant before a big event or decision, often leading to backing out. (Hindi meaning: घबरा जाना या डर के कारण पीछे हटना)
    Example: He got cold feet just before the performance and refused to go on stage.
    Other related idioms and their meanings:
    · Lose your nerve – To become too afraid
    · Back out – Withdraw from a commitment
    · Chicken out – Avoid doing something due to fear
    · Have second thoughts – Start doubting a decision

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