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Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom. Chew the scenery
Question

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.
Chew the scenery

A.

To understate

B.

To act overly emotional

C.

To beautify

D.

To mismanage

Correct option is B

Option (b) is the correct meaning of the given idiom.
Chew the scenery: It means to overact or perform with excessive emotion and exaggeration. (अत्यधिक अभिनय करना, नाटकीय प्रदर्शन करना)
Example: The actor chewed the scenery in the dramatic climax of the movie.
Other related idioms and their meanings:
· Steal the show – To be the center of attention.
· Play to the gallery – To perform in a way that impresses the audience.
· Over the top – Exaggerated or excessive.

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