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 damp squib
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- rainy weather
- a disappointing result
- a skirt in a laundry
- None of the above
Correct Option: B
a damp squib : an event that is disappointing because it is not so exciting or impressive as expected
● The party turned out to be a bit of a damp squib. The best option is a disappointing result