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    Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom. Start from scratch
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    Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.
    Start from scratch

    A.

    To decide quickly without a thought

    B.

    To take advantage of something

    C.

    To be unsuccessful

    D.

    To begin from the very beginning

    Correct option is D

    Option (d) is the correct meaning of the given idiom.
    Idiom: "Start from scratch"
    Meaning: To begin from the very beginning, without any preparation, advantage, or prior work. (शुरू से शुरू करना)
    Example: After losing the data, the designer had to start the entire project from scratch.
    Other related idioms and their meanings:
    Back to square one – Start over
    Wipe the slate clean – Forget past actions and begin anew
    Begin from ground zero – Start with nothing
    Turn over a new leaf – Start afresh in behavior or attitude

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