Multiple choice

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

To bear the brunt of

  1. to bear the fruit

  2. to be hurt

  3. to endure the shock

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

'To bear the brunt' means to endure the worst or main force of something unpleasant. Option C is correct - enduring the shock or impact. Option A suggests bearing fruit (positive outcome), which is incorrect. Option B states simply 'to be hurt' but lacks the nuance of bearing the main force.

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