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Q · Idioms and Phrases medium · 45s
Directions: In the following question, an idiom/phrase is given in bracket within a sentence. Choose the alternative which best expresses its meaning. The news of his promotion (spread like wildfire).
TopicIdioms and Phrases
Question Typemultiple choice
Difficultymedium
Marking+1 / −0.33
Test Duration30 min
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“Spread like wildfire” means to spread quickly. Example: News of the celebrity's marriage spread like wildfire.
Final Answer: Option B - Spread rapidly