Choose the option which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase given…
2024
Choose the option which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase given below:
Have/hold the whip hand
- A.
Has two sources of income to rely upon
- B.
Person who has the most power in a situation
- C.
Under someone's protection
- D.
A foolish and fruitless search
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Correct answer: B
“Have/hold the whip hand” refers to a person or group that has the most control or advantage in a situation.
For example: "During the last decade the right wing of the party has held the whip hand."
Hence, the correct answer is: Person who has the most power in a situation.