Choose the correct meaning of the idiom ‘Elephant in the room’:
AA very large obstacle in a physical space
BAn obvious problem that everyone avoids discussing
CA surprising and unexpected guest
DAn animal kept as an unusual pet
Explanation
– This idiom refers to an obvious issue or problem that people avoid addressing directly.
– It highlights the awkwardness of ignoring something significant.
– Example: No one mentioned the layoffs, but it was the elephant in the room during the meeting.
Exam Relevance
- Topic: Idioms
- Subtopic: Idiomatic Expressions
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