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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. After losing the election, he decided to (throw in the towel).
TopicIdioms and Phrases
Question Typemultiple choice
Difficultymedium
Marking+1 / −0.33
Test Duration30 min
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“Throw in the towel” means to give up or concede defeat. Example: After months of low sales, the company finally threw in the towel.
Final Answer: Option A - To give up