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    Read the sentence below and choose the meaning of the idiom that best fits the context: "Mr. Smith: There's a little time before lunch. I think I'm
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    Read the sentence below and choose the meaning of the idiom that best fits the context:
    "Mr. Smith: There's a little time before lunch. I think I'm going to lie down for a while and catch forty winks."
    What does the idiom "catch forty winks" mean in this context?

    A.

    Eat a quick snack.

    B.

    Go for a walk.

    C.

    Daydream while lying down.

    D.

    Take a short nap.

    Correct option is D

    Option (d) is the correct meaning of the given idiom.
    Given Idiom — catch forty winks: It means to take a short nap or brief sleep, usually during the day, to refresh oneself. (Hindi: थोड़ी देर की झपकी लेना/क्षणिक नींद लेना)
    Example: After finishing the report, I closed my eyes to catch forty winks before the meeting.
    Other related idioms and their meanings:
    · Catnap: a very short, light sleep.
    · Nod off/drop off: to fall asleep briefly, often unintentionally.
    · Hit the sack: to go to bed (typically for the night).

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