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Directions: Choose the option that best expresses the meaning of the idiom.
To oil the knocker
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to tip the office boy
💡 Explanation:
'To oil the knocker' is an idiom meaning to bribe or tip someone, particularly a servant or subordinate, to gain favor or smooth access. The historical context refers to lubricating a door knocker to make it easier to use, metaphorically extended to greasing someone's palm.