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Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom. Smell a rat
Question

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.
Smell a rat

A.

Have no doubts about something

B.

Feel that there is a loss in business

C.

Think that there is a dead animal

D.

Have a reason to suspect something

Correct option is D


Option (d) is the correct meaning of the given idiom.
Smell a rat: To suspect that something is wrong or dishonest; to sense foul play or deception. (Hindi meaning: गड़बड़ का शक होना)
Example: I smelled a rat when I noticed the door was open but nothing was stolen.
Other related idioms and their meanings:
· Catch red-handed: to catch someone in the act of wrongdoing.
· Fishy situation: suspicious or dubious.
· Pull a fast one: to deceive someone.

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