Idiom and Phrases

Question

In the following question, four alternatives are given for the Idiom/Phrase underlined in the sentence. Choose the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the Idiom/Phrase.

To cut one short.

  • To love one

  • To insult one

  • To criticise one

  • To interrupt one

Answer

D.

To interrupt one

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He wanted this agreement in black and white.