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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He turned up his nose at my offer.
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- was taken aback by my offer
- found it hard to believe my offer
- treated my offer with contempt
- could not accept my offer
Correct Option: C
turn up one’s nose : to regard something with scorn/ contempt
● They turned their noses up at the only hotel that was available. The best option is treated my offer with contempt