Idioms and Phrases

According to means as stated by, as reported by, or as said by someone. It introduces information that comes from a specific source or authority. Option B captures this meaning directly.

As soon as means just after something or at the moment that something happens. It indicates immediate action following an event. Option C is the correct definition.

Come up means to happen or occur unexpectedly, or to be mentioned/discussed. It can refer to ideas, topics, problems, or opportunities that arise. Option A captures the sense of unexpected occurrence.

''To tread on the heels of'' means to follow someone closely.

Cancel out means to have an opposite effect of something. 

Explanation for option 1: Similar in meaning

Explanation for option 1: This rightly explains the idiom.

Explanation for option 1: Option 1 is correct as 'see eye to eye' means 'to agree'. 

Explanation for option 2: Last straw means 'last (final) problem or difficulty in a series'.

The idiom 'as cold as ice' means extremely cold or unemotional. Option A (very cold) correctly captures the primary literal meaning of this simile, which describes something at a very low temperature.

The idiom 'as flat as a pancake' means completely flat or level. Option A (completely flat) correctly identifies the meaning of this simile, which emphasizes the absence of curves, bumps, or elevation.

The idiom 'as blind as a bat' traditionally means completely blind. Option A (completely blind) correctly captures the intended meaning of this simile, despite the scientific inaccuracy that bats are not actually blind.

The idiom 'as gentle as a lamb' means very gentle, mild, or docile. Option A (very gentle) correctly captures the meaning of this simile, which compares someone's temperament to that of a lamb, known for being gentle and harmless.

The idiom 'as strong as a bull' means very strong or powerful. Option A (very strong) correctly identifies the meaning of this simile, which compares someone's physical strength to that of a bull, an animal known for great strength.

The idiom 'as sharp as a knife' means very sharp, keen, or cutting. Option A (very sharp) correctly captures the meaning of this simile, which describes something with an extremely fine or cutting edge, similar to a knife.