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Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom. Cross a bridge when you come to it
Question

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.
Cross a bridge when you come to it

A.

use different strategies to cross a bridge safely

B.

know all the dangers and difficulties likely to be faced and be prepared

C.

deal with something when it happens, and not worry about it beforehand

D.

plan to reach a place and then rest there

Correct option is C

Option (c) is the correct meaning of the given idiom.
Idiom: Cross a bridge when you come to it
Meaning: To not worry about a possible problem until it actually happens. (Hindi: समस्या आने पर ही उसका समाधान ढूंढना)
Example: Don’t worry about how to pay the bill now—let’s cross that bridge when we come to it.
Other related idioms:
· Let sleeping dogs lie – Avoid interfering in a situation that is currently causing no problems.
· Take it one step at a time – Focus on the present task instead of future worries.
· Go with the flow – Accept things as they happen.

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