Multiple choice

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

To hit the nail on the head

  1. to destroy one's reputation

  2. to teach some one a lesson

  3. to do the right thing

  4. None of these
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

'To hit the nail on the head' means to be exactly right about something. Option C correctly states this means doing/saying the right thing. Option A implies reputation damage, which is 'to nail someone' in a different sense. Option B suggests teaching, which is unrelated.

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