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Out of the four options given below, choose the expression that best expresses the meaning of the following idiom or phrase:- To break somebody in
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Out of the four options given below, choose the expression that best expresses the meaning of the following idiom or phrase:-
To break somebody in

A.

to deceive somebody

B.

to torture somebody

C.

to destroy somebody's confidence

D.

to train somebody in something new that he/she must do

Correct option is D

The correct meaning of "to break somebody in" is "to train somebody in something new that he/she must do".
The idiom "to break somebody in" means to teach or train someone to get used to a new job, activity, or responsibility. Example: It will take some time to break the new employee in, but he’s learning quickly.
Other Related Idioms:
· To show someone the ropes: To teach someone how to do a job or task.
· To break the ice: To make people feel more comfortable in a new situation.
· To get the hang of something: To learn how to do something new.

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