In the following question, a sentence has been given with a part of it…
2024
In the following question, a sentence has been given with a part of it highlighted in bold. It is followed by alternatives which try to explain the meaning of the idiom/phrase given in bold. Choose the alternative which explains the meaning of the phrase correctly without altering the meaning of the sentence given in the question.
Nowadays, one gets good literary books once in a blue moon.
- A.
From renowned publisher
- B.
At very low cost
- C.
When moon gives blue light
- D.
Rarely
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Correct answer: D
Meaning: The phrase "once in a blue moon" means very rarely or almost never; it describes something that happens infrequently.
Example: Peter only goes out for a drink once in a blue moon now that he has kids.
Therefore, the correct answer is "Rarely".