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Select the most appropriate meaning of the given proverb from the options The grass is always greener on the other side
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Select the most appropriate meaning of the given proverb from the options
The grass is always greener on the other side

A.

People always want what they don’t have

B.

Nothing is free. Even the things that are free have a hidden cost

C.

Your home is the most comfortable place in the world

D.

If you’re trying to convince someone of something, words and ideas are stronger than using physical force (common in politics)

Correct option is A

Option (a) is the correct meaning of the given idiom.
Idiom Meaning: The grass is always greener on the other side means that people often believe others have it better than they do, even if that’s not true. It reflects human nature to compare and think others’ situations are more desirable. (Hindi: दूसरों की चीजें हमेशा बेहतर लगती हैं)
Example: He left his job thinking the new one would be better, but now he regrets it. The grass is always greener on the other side.
Other related idioms and their meanings:
· Birds of a feather flock together – People with similar interests or characteristics tend to stick together.
· Don’t cry over spilled milk – Don't waste time being upset over things you can't change.
· A blessing in disguise – Something that seems bad but turns out to be good.

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