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    In the following question, out of the given four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the Idiom or Phrase.
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    In the following question, out of the given four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the Idiom or Phrase.
    To shake in one’s shoes

    A.

    To leave no remark

    B.

    To be afraid

    C.

    An unpleasant scenario

    D.

    To fail to understand

    Correct option is B

    Option (b) is the correct meaning of the idiom.
    To shake in one’s shoes – To tremble with fear or anxiety. (Hindi: डर से कांपना)
    Example: He was shaking in his shoes before delivering the speech.
    Other related idioms and meanings:
    · Break out in a cold sweat – to become very anxious.
    · Frozen with fear – unable to move due to fear.
    · Heart in mouth – extremely nervous.

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