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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a bolt from the blue
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- a delayed event
- an inexplicable event
- an unexpected event
- an unpleasant event
Correct Option: C
a bolt from the blue : an event or a piece of news which is sudden and unexpected; a complete surprise
● She seemed to be very involved in her job, so her resignation came as a bolt from the blue. The best option is an unexpected event.