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Question : Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.

Eat humble pie.

Option 1: To apologise humbly.

Option 2: To live in penury.

Option 3: To live a life of humility.

Option 4: To enjoy life to the fullest.


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Answer (1)
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Correct Answer: To apologise humbly.


Solution : The correct choice is the first option.

Explanation:

The idiom "eat humble pie" is an expression that means to admit one's faults or errors, often in a humble or apologetic manner. It is associated with acknowledging a mistake or wrongdoing and expressing regret. The phrase is not related to living in penury or not enjoying life to the fullest.

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