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Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom. Throw caution to the wind
Question

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.
Throw caution to the wind

A.

behave in a reckless manner

B.

not go out when it is windy

C.

enjoy a good outing

D.

act in a thoughtful manner

Correct option is A

Option (a) is the correct meaning of the given idiom.
Idiom – Throw caution to the wind:
To stop being careful and take a risk; to act recklessly or impulsively without considering consequences.
(बिना सोचे-समझे जोखिम लेना / लापरवाही से काम करना)
Example: He threw caution to the wind and invested all his savings in the stock market.
Other related idioms:
· Go out on a limb – Take a risk.
· Play with fire – Take dangerous risks.
· Take the plunge – Decide to do something risky.
Meanings of other options:
· (b) Not go out when it is windy – Literal, incorrect
· (c) Enjoy a good outing – Unrelated
· (d) Act in a thoughtful manner – Opposite of idiom meaning

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