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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to burn one’s fingers
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- to get hurt physically.
- to suffer financial losses
- to find work
- to suffer nervous breakdown
Correct Option: B
to burn one’s fingers : to suffer as a result of doing something without realizing the possible bad results, especially in business
● I’m staying away from risky stocks; I’ve burnt my fingers. The best option is to suffer financial losses.
