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Select the most appropriate idiom that can substitute the highlighted words in the given sentence. I heard management is planning to transfer me t
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Select the most appropriate idiom that can substitute the highlighted words in the given sentence.
I heard management is planning to transfer me to another department and demote me. I need to confirm if this is true by hearing it directly from the person involved and from my manager.

A.

on pins and needles

B.

in the seventh heaven

C.

bearing a grudge

D.

straight from the horse's mouth

Correct option is D


Explanation:
· "Straight from the horse’s mouth" (Correct) means getting information directly from the source.
· Incorrect options:
· "On pins and needles" (Means being anxious or nervous)
· "In the seventh heaven" (Means being extremely happy)
· "Bearing a grudge" (Means holding resentment)

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