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

Wet blanket

Option 1: One who acts stupidly

Option 2: One who spoils other people’s fun

Option 3: One who is frequently ill

Option 4: One who cannot be trusted


Team Careers360 5th Jan, 2024
Answer (1)
Team Careers360 23rd Jan, 2024

Correct Answer: One who spoils other people’s fun


Solution : The second option is correct.

Explanation: The idiom wet blanket is a figurative expression used to describe a person who dampens the enthusiasm, excitement, or enjoyment of others. Grammatically, it is a noun phrase that refers to an individual with a particular impact on a social or enjoyable situation.

Therefore, the correct meaning of the idiom is: "One who spoils other people’s fun".

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