Multiple choice

Directions: In each of these questions, choose the meaning of the idioms and phrases.

Stand on ceremony

  1. Casual approach

  2. Act with reserve

  3. Lead from front

  4. None of these
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B Correct answer
Explanation

"Stand on ceremony" means to insist on observing strict formalities and etiquette, or to act with reserve and formality. A casual approach (A) would be the opposite. Leading from front (C) is unrelated. The idiom specifically refers to being formal and reserved in social interactions.

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