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Directions: Choose the exact meaning of the idiom/phrase from the following.
Mince one's words
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Choose them carefully
💡 Explanation:
To 'mince one's words' means to choose and speak words carefully, deliberately, or diplomatically to avoid offense or communicate precisely. It's the opposite of speaking bluntly or rashly. The idiom doesn't mean changing suddenly, pulling back, or speaking in a hurry - it's about measured, thoughtful speech.