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Given below is a idioms/phrases followed by four alternative meanings. Choose the response which presents the most appropriate meaning. Elephant in
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Given below is a idioms/phrases followed by four alternative meanings. Choose the response which presents the most appropriate meaning.
Elephant in the room

A.

The important topic

B.

The unavoidable mind-set

C.

The obvious problem that is being avoided

D.

The prized possession in the room

Correct option is C


An "elephant in the room" refers to a large, obvious issue that everyone is aware of but chooses to ignore or avoid discussing. It highlights the presence of a significant but uncomfortable topic that is conspicuously avoided in conversation.
· Example: During the family dinner, the elephant in the room was their father's decision to sell the family business.

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