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Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom. "The last straw"
Question

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.
"The last straw"

A.

Make all possible efforts

B.

The final event in a series of unacceptable actions

C.

Unable to understand

D.

To politely ask for someone’s full attention

Correct option is B

Option (b) is the correct meaning of the given idiom.
Idiom Meaning: “The last straw” (or "the last straw that broke the camel's back") means the last in a series of problems or annoyances that finally causes someone to lose patience. (किसी परेशानी की श्रृंखला में अंतिम सहनशीलता की सीमा)
Example: When he arrived two hours late again, it was the last straw—I fired him.
Other related idioms and their meanings:
The tipping point – The moment of critical change.
Push over the edge – To drive someone into breakdown or anger.
At the end of your rope – Being out of patience or options.

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