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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.

  1. The car broke down just as it reached the edge of a cliff. It was indeed a close shave.
    1. to share one’s brand
    2. very risky
    3. narrow escape from danger
    4. to be happy
Correct Option: C

a close shave : a narrow escape
● The car passed so close to us; it was really a close shave. The best option is narrow escape from danger.



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