Question

Choose the option which best expresses the meaning of the given phrase.

Take the bull by its horns.

• A. Face difficulty or danger confidently
• B. Run away from difficulty or danger
• C. Try to tame a bull
• D. Pull the bull's horns

Answer 1

The correct option is A Face difficulty or danger confidently

Choice A is correct as it means 'to face difficulties bravely'. For example: We knew that the year was a difficult one but we were ready to take the bull by its horns' Choice B is wrong as it does not mean running away from danger. Choice C is wrong as it does not mean taming a bull. Choice D is wrong as it does not mean pulling the horn of the bull.