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Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom. Play with fire
Question

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.
Play with fire

A.

To play a game honestly

B.

To do something risky

C.

To please someone

D.

To waste time on worthless things

Correct option is B

Option (b) is the correct meaning of the given idiom.
· "Play with fire" means to take a dangerous risk that might have serious consequences.
· It is often used to warn someone against reckless behavior.
Example:
· If you drive too fast in the rain, you are playing with fire.
Other Related Idioms:
· "Skating on thin ice" – Doing something very risky.
· "Burn one’s fingers" – To suffer consequences due to risky actions.
· "Jump out of the frying pan into the fire" – To move from a bad situation to an even worse one.

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