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Select the most appropriate idiom to fill in the blank. Despite their differences, the two politicians decided to ________ and work together for
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Select the most appropriate idiom to fill in the blank.
Despite their differences, the two politicians decided to ________ and work together
for the greater good.

A.

bury the hatchet

B.

burn the midnight oil

C.

bark up the wrong tree

D.

blow off steam

Correct option is A

The correct idiom to fill in the blank is (a) "bury the hatchet."
Explanation: "Bury the hatchet" means to end a conflict or quarrel and become reconciled.
Example: After years of rivalry, the two teams decided to bury the hatchet and work together.
Meanings of other options:
Burn the midnight oil: To work late into the night.
Bark up the wrong tree: To make a wrong assumption about something.
Blow off steam: To release pent-up energy or emotions.

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