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 look down one’s nose
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- to show anger
- to retaliate
- to insult in the presence of others
- to regard with contempt
Correct Option: D
to look down one’s nose : to behave in a way that suggests that you think that you are better than somebody or that something is not good enough for you; to regard with contempt
● My cousin looks down his nose because we’re homeless. The best option is to regard with contempt.
