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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He is accused of sitting on the fence.
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- observing the scene
- resting on fence
- hesitating which side to take
- sitting back and enjoying the fun
Correct Option: C
sitting on the fence : to avoid becoming involved in deciding/ influencing something
● The shrewd man is sitting on the fence in the quarrel. The best option is hesitating which side to take.