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Idiom And Phrases

Question
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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.

Hold your horses for a moment while I make a phone call.

  • Be patient

  • Stay out

  • Be quiet

  • Wait

Solution

A.

Be patient

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