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Select the alternative which best express the meaning of the idioms/phrase. A close shave
Question

Select the alternative which best express the meaning of the idioms/phrase.
A close shave

A.

Defeat

B.

Narrow escape

C.

Victory

D.

Diversion

Correct option is B


A close shave means a situation where someone narrowly avoids danger or disaster.
Example: I had a close shave when a car almost hit me while crossing the road.
Meanings of other options:
· (a) Defeat ❌ (Incorrect: It does not refer to losing.)
· (c) Victory ❌ (Incorrect: It means winning, which is different from narrowly escaping danger.)
· (d) Diversion ❌ (Incorrect: Diversion means distraction, not a near escape.)

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