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    Select the alternative which is the best substitute of the phrase/words. Loaves and fishes.
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    Select the alternative which is the best substitute of the phrase/words.
    Loaves and fishes.

    A.

    Non-vegetarian

    B.

    Personal benefits

    C.

    Happy moments

    D.

    Half-heartedly

    Correct option is B


    Option (b) is the correct meaning of the given idiom.
    Given Idiom: Loaves and fishes – Material benefits or worldly gains, especially those gained through selfish motives.
    Example: Some politicians serve not for public welfare, but for the loaves and fishes of office.
    Other related idioms:
    · Feather one’s nest – To make money in a dishonest or selfish way.
    · Cash in on – To benefit or profit from a situation.
    Meanings of other options:
    · (a) Non-vegetarian: Related to meat or fish.
    · Hindi meaning: मांसाहारी
    · · (c) Happy moments: Joyful times.
    · Hindi meaning: खुशहाल पल
    · · (d) Half-heartedly: Without much enthusiasm.
    · Hindi meaning: अनमने ढंग से

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