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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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