Multiple choice

Directions: Choose the nearest meaning for the underlined word from the given options:

He added insult to injury, not only by knocking down the child but also by driving past.

  1. harm by one's action

  2. harm by one's words

  3. harm by one's deeds

  4. harm by one's behavior

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A Correct answer
Explanation

Adding insult to injury means to make a bad situation worse, often by acting in a way that is insensitive or harmful. Harm by one's action covers the general meaning.