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    Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom. Hit the nail on the head
    Question

    Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.
    Hit the nail on the head

    A.

    To be extremely cautious

    B.

    To be exactly right about something

    C.

    To injure someone fatally

    D.

    To be extremely hard working

    Correct option is B

    Option (b) is the correct meaning of the given idiom.
    Idiom: Hit the nail on the head
    Meaning: To say or do something that is exactly right or accurate. (बिलकुल सही बात कह देना या मुद्दे पर बात करना)
    Example:
    When she said the delay was due to poor planning, she really hit the nail on the head.
    Other related idioms and their meanings:
    · On point – Exactly correct
    · Spot on – Exactly right
    · Cut to the chase – Get to the point

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