Direction: In the following questions four alternatives are given for the Idiom/Phrase in bold in the sentence. Choose the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the Idiom/Phrase.
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take the bull by the horns
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- crush something with a heavy hand
- grapple the situation courageously
- close your eyes and attack the bull
- take defensive measures to deal with a crisis.
Correct Option: B
take the bull by the horns : to face a difficult or dangerous situation directly and with courage; deal decisively with a difficult situation. Here, grapple the situation courageously is the right option. Look at the sentence :
● She decided to take the bull by the horns and organise things for herself.
