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    Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom. Cloak and dagger
    Question

    Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.
    Cloak and dagger

    A.

    Suffer harm or damage because of conflict

    B.

    Having a complaint that needs to be discussed

    C.

    A situations involving secrecy, spying and mystery

    D.

    Saying or doing something that can lead to a serious fight or disagreement

    Correct option is C


    ✔️ Option (c) A situation involving secrecy, spying and mystery is the correct meaning.
    · Idiom: Cloak and dagger
    · Meaning: Secretive and mysterious activities, typically involving espionage or intrigue.
    · Hindi meaning: जासूसी और रहस्य से जुड़ी घटनाएं
    · Example: The spy thriller was full of cloak-and-dagger operations.
    · Other related idioms:
    · Under the table – गुप्त रूप से
    · Behind closed doors – पर्दे के पीछे होने वाली चीजें
    · Meanings of all the other options:
    · (a) Suffer harm due to conflict – ❌ Consequential idea, not related to secrecy
    · (b) Having a complaint – ❌ Misinterpretation
    · (d) Saying something leading to a fight – ❌ Unrelated to espionage or secrecy

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