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    Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom. Have your heart in your mouth
    Question

    Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.
    Have your heart in your mouth

    A.

    to be extremely jealous

    B.

    to behave in a foolish manner

    C.

    to get worse and worse

    D.

    to be extremely frightened

    Correct option is D

    Option (d) is the correct meaning of the given idiom.
    Have your heart in your mouth: This idiom means to feel extremely nervous or frightened, especially in a situation where one is scared or anxious about what might happen. (Hindi meaning: बहुत घबराहट महसूस करना)
    Example: When I heard a strange noise in the middle of the night, I had my heart in my mouth.
    Other idioms related to fear:
    · Scare the living daylights out of someone: To frighten someone severely.
    · Jumpy: To be easily startled or frightened.
    · On edge: To be in a state of nervousness or anxiety.

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