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Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom. On the fence
Question

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.
On the fence

A.

On very intimate terms

B.

Undaunted by anything

C.

Halting between two options

D.

Under all conditions

Correct option is C

Option (c) is the correct meaning of the given idiom.
Given Idiom – “On the fence”: To be undecided or neutral, avoiding commitment to one of two (or more) sides; to hesitate between choices. (Hindi: दुविधा में होना / असमंजस में रहना, दो पाटों के बीच फँसा होना)
Example: The committee is on the fence about extending the deadline.
Other related idioms and their meanings:
· In two minds – अनिश्चित होना; unable to decide.
· Sit on the fence – निर्णय टालना; to avoid taking sides.
· Hedge one’s bets – दोनों तरफ़ की तैयारी रखना; reduce risk by supporting multiple options.
· Blow hot and cold – कभी हाँ, कभी ना; keep changing opinions.

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