Select the appropriate idiomatic expression from the options to replace the…
2014
Select the appropriate idiomatic expression from the options to replace the underlined word or words:
He began a new phase of life after his marriage.
- A.
throw light on
- B.
take into account
- C.
turn over a new leaf
- D.
turn to
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Correct answer: C
An idiom is a fixed phrase whose overall meaning differs from the literal meaning of its individual words. In an idiom-replacement question, the correct option is the phrase whose established meaning matches the sense of the underlined words when substituted into the sentence.
The underlined phrase "began a new phase of life" describes beginning a new stage in life; in the context of getting married this is naturally understood as a fresh, positive start. "Turn over a new leaf" is the standard idiomatic equivalent for beginning afresh in this way, so substituting it gives: "He turned over a new leaf after his marriage," which keeps the sentence's original sense intact.
"Throw light on" means to explain or clarify a subject, which does not match the sense of beginning a new phase of life.
"Take into account" means to consider or factor in something while deciding, which does not match the sense of beginning a new phase of life.
"Turn to" means to seek help or resort to someone or something, which does not match the sense of beginning a new phase of life.