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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.

To be moderately priced

B.

To be inexpensive

C.

To be very expensive

D.

To be affordable

Correct option is C

Option (c) is the correct meaning of the given idiom "Cost an arm and a leg."
Cost an arm and a leg: To be very expensive.
Meaning in context: The phrase indicates that something is extremely costly.
Example: The new car cost him an arm and a leg.
Example2: The vacation was wonderful, but it cost an arm and a leg.

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