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:

"Beat the air"

A. To make angry gestures

B. To swing a stick

C. To make a futile effort

D. To do physical exercises

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

Right Answer is: C

SOLUTION

The correct solution is option 3 i.e. To make a futile effort.

Explanation

  • The given idiom 'Beat the air' means to continue to make futile attempts, fight to no purpose.
  • So, the most appropriate meaning for the given idiom must be 'To make a futile effort'.

Example: The candidates for office were so much alike that we thought our vote amounted to beating the air.

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