Multiple choice

Directions: Choose the appropriate meaning of the given phrase.

Mince one's words

  1. <span style="font-size:" new="">Change suddenly

  2. <span style="font-size:" new="">Pull back

  3. <span style="font-size:" new="">To speak in a hurry

  4. <span style="font-size:" new="">Choose them carefully
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D Correct answer
Explanation

To 'mince words' means to use polite or indirect expressions instead of speaking plainly. This involves choosing words carefully to be less harsh or blunt.

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