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    Select the most appropriate idiom that best explains the given sentence. Rajat irritated the street dog so much that it was about to bite him.
    Question

    Select the most appropriate idiom that best explains the given sentence.
    Rajat irritated the street dog so much that it was about to bite him.

    A.

    If you can’t beat ’em, join ’em.

    B.

    If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it.

    C.

    If you want something done right, you have to do it yourself.

    D.

    If you play with fire, you’ll get burned.

    Correct option is D

    Option (d) is the correct meaning of the given idiom.
    · "If you play with fire, you’ll get burned" means if you engage in risky behavior, you are likely to face consequences. Rajat irritated the dog (a risky action), so he risked getting bitten.
    Example:
    · Sentence: If you mess with dangerous people, remember that if you play with fire, you’ll get burned.
    Other related idioms:
    You're skating on thin ice.
    · This idiom warns that someone is in a risky situation that could quickly become dangerous or problematic.
    Don't fly too close to the sun.
    · Inspired by the myth of Icarus, this phrase warns against overambition or overreaching, which could lead to a downfall.
    Fooling with a loaded gun.
    · This expression warns that taking careless risks can lead to serious and possibly fatal consequences, similar to mishandling a dangerous weapon.
    Poking the bear.
    · Used to caution against provoking a powerful or volatile person or situation that could react negatively.

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