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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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