Choose the option which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/p

Choose the option which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/p
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Choose the option which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase given below:

"Let the cat out of the bag"

A. To make a lot of noise

B. To reveal a secret unintentionally

C. To start a quarrel

D. To walk around like cat

Please scroll down to see the correct answer and solution guide.

Right Answer is: B

SOLUTION

The correct solution is option 2 i.e. To reveal a secret unintentionally

Explanation

  • The given idiom 'Let the cat out of the bag' means to allow a secret to be known, usually without intending to.
  • So, the most appropriate meaning for the given idiom must be 'To reveal a secret unintentionally'.

Example: I was trying to keep the party a secret, but Mel went to her friends and let the cat out of the bag.

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