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    In the following questions a statement has been given with highlighted text. Select the options that can replace the text with correct idiom or phrase
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    In the following questions a statement has been given with highlighted text. Select the options that can replace the text with correct idiom or phrase.
    He is too afraid of heights after the bungee jumping experience.

    A.

    Once bitten twice shy

    B.

    Pour out one’s heart

    C.

    Break the bank

    D.

    Light at the end of tunnel

    Correct option is A

    Option (a) is the correct idiom for the given context. Given Idiom: Once bitten twice shy Meaning: Someone who has been hurt or who had something go wrong will be far more careful the next time. Example: After losing money in a risky investment, he's once bitten, twice shy about investing again. Other idioms: · Bitten by the bug: suddenly enthusiastic about something · Bite off more than one can chew: to take on more responsibility than one can manage

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