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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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