Directions - In the following question, out of the given four alternatives,…
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Directions - In the following question, out of the given four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the Idiom/Phrase.
He gave me some _______ about having to be at his cousin's engagement party.
- A.
Cock and bull story
- B.
Dark Horse
- C.
At the eleventh hour
- D.
Loaves and fishes
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Correct answer: A
Solution
The correct answer is "Cock and bull story".
"Cock and bull story" means an implausible or fanciful explanation or excuse that is hard to believe.
In the sentence, the speaker says someone "gave me some _______ about having to be at his cousin's engagement party." This context describes an excuse offered by that person; because the excuse is being presented as unlikely or unconvincing, "cock and bull story" fits best.
Example: Nobody believes this cock and bull story about the sacking incident.
Therefore, the correct choice is "Cock and bull story," meaning an implausible excuse.