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.

A thorn in the flesh

  1. A.

    A thorn in the woods

  2. B.

    A constant source of annoyance

  3. C.

    To make a matter worse

  4. D.

    In a good condition

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Correct answer: B

Answer: A constant source of annoyance

Explanation: The idiom "a thorn in the flesh" means a persistent or constant cause of annoyance, frustration, or trouble.

  • Example: My little brother is a thorn in the flesh—he keeps interrupting me when I'm with my friends.

Therefore, the correct meaning of the idiom is a constant source of annoyance.

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