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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Their attempt to get back the stolen necklace proved to be a wild goose chase.
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- delayed action
- wise decision
- useless search
- timely action
Correct Option: C
wild goose chase : a search for something that is impossible for you to find, that makes you waste a lot time.
● The police had been sent on a wild goose chase. The best option useless search
