Idioms and Phrases Practice Quiz
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What does 'to flog a dead horse' mean in the given context?

  • attempt to do the impossible
  • to take advantage of a weakness
  • waste one’s efforts (correct)
  • to whip a dead horse

    • What does 'to show a clean pair of heels' mean in the given context?

  • to hide
  • to escape (correct)
  • to pursue
  • to follow

    • What does 'stole the show' mean in the given context?

  • Disappeared from the show
  • Stole something from the show
  • Crept into the show
  • Won everybody’s praise (correct)

    • What does 'to strain every nerve' mean in the given context?

    <p>to make utmost efforts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'measure up to' mean in the given context?

    <p>to make utmost efforts</p> Signup and view all the answers

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