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    Select the most appropriate idiom that can substitute the highlighted segment in the given sentence. I appreciate the detailed report, but let's
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    Select the most appropriate idiom that can substitute the highlighted segment in the given sentence.
    I appreciate the detailed report, but let's talk about the important points and not waste time; what's the bottom line?

    A.

    cut to the chase

    B.

    hone your skills

    C.

    think of the unthinkable

    D.

    bear the stamp

    Correct option is A


    ✔️ Correct option: (a) cut to the chase
    Meaning of idiom:
    To get to the point directly without wasting time.
    Hindi meaning: सीधे मुद्दे पर आना
    Correct sentence: I appreciate the detailed report, but let’s cut to the chase.
    Other related idioms:
    · Get to the point – मुख्य बात पर आना
    · Boil it down – संक्षेप में मुख्य बात कहना
    Meanings of the other options:
    · (b) hone your skills – to improve your abilities.
    Hindi: अपनी क्षमताओं को निखारना ❌
    · (c) think of the unthinkable – to imagine an unexpected or worst-case scenario.
    Hindi: अप्रत्याशित की कल्पना करना ❌
    · (d) bear the stamp – to show clear signs of something.
    Hindi: किसी चीज़ की छाप दिखाना ❌

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