Question : Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.
To meet one's Waterloo
Option 1: To make a foolish choice
Option 2: To experience defeat
Option 3: To meet a friend
Option 4: To win a match
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Correct Answer: To experience defeat
Solution : The correct option is the second option.
Explanation: The idiom "to meet one's Waterloo" is derived from the historical event of Napoleon Bonaparte's defeat at the Battle of Waterloo. Therefore, the figurative meaning of the idiom is to face a significant and final defeat or failure in a particular endeavour. This choice aligns with the historical context and reflects the idiomatic usage of "waterloo" to signify a decisive and often overwhelming defeat.
Therefore, the correct meaning of the idiom is, to experience defeat.
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To go to the dogs.
Option 1: To win a race.
Option 2: To become worse.
Option 3: To stand on guard.
Option 4: To win support.
Question : Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom. Against one’s grain
Option 1: Against the law
Option 2: Against the society
Option 3: Against one’s nature
Option 4: Against one’s family
Blow one's own trumpet
Option 1: Rely on oneself
Option 2: Criticise others
Option 3: Praise oneself
Option 4: Respect others
Apple of one's eye
Option 1: Very clean
Option 2: Very easy
Option 3: Very rosy
Option 4: Very dear
Cudgel one’s brain.
Option 1: Thinking about a debate.
Option 2: To think hard.
Option 3: Not to think.
Option 4: To overthink.
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