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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The secretary’s thoughtless remark added fuel to the fire.
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- added humour to the situation
- worsened the difficult situation
- helped in improving the situation
- prevented the situation
Correct Option: B
add fuel to fire : to make an argument continue or get worse.
● Shouting at a crying child is adding fuel to the fire. The best option is worsened the difficult situation.
