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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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