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Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom. Cost an arm and a leg
Question

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.
Cost an arm and a leg

A.

Affordable

B.

Very expensive

C.

Inexpensive

D.

Free of charge

Correct option is B

Option (b) is the correct meaning of the given idiom.
Idiom: Cost an arm and a leg – means very expensive or costing a lot of money. (Hindi: बहुत महंगा पड़ना)
Example: This designer bag cost me an arm and a leg.
Other related idioms:
· Break the bank – to cost more than you can afford.
· Pay through the nose – to pay an excessive amount.
· Sky-high prices – extremely high prices.

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