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    Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom. Fight tooth and nail
    Question

    Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.
    Fight tooth and nail

    A.

    Be in high spirits

    B.

    Insist on something

    C.

    Fight very fiercely

    D.

    Win the competition

    Correct option is C


    The correct meaning of the idiom "fight tooth and nail" is option (c) Fight very fiercely.
    · Fight tooth and nail means to fight very fiercely or with great determination, using all one's resources or strength. This idiom is often used to describe a situation where someone is putting in their utmost effort to achieve something or defend themselves.
    Example Usage:
    · Sentence: "They fought tooth and nail to protect their rights."

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