Multiple choice

Directions: Select the right meaning of the phrase given below from the given choices.

To leave some one in the lurch

  1. to desert someone is his difficulties

  2. to put some one at care

  3. to come to compromise with someone

  4. None of these
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A Correct answer
Explanation

'To leave someone in the lurch' means to abandon them when they need help, especially in a difficult situation. Option A is correct in meaning (though has a typo: 'is' should be 'in'). Option B suggests care, which is the opposite. Option C implies compromise, not abandonment.

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