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Select the correct meaning of the underlined phrase or idiom.
Himesh has such a habit of indulging in tall talk that nobody believes him any longer.
Select the correct meaning of the underlined phrase or idiom.
Himesh has such a habit of indulging in tall talk that nobody believes him any longer.Open in App
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The correct option is B boasting or exaggerating story telling
In the early 1600s, the word, "tall" meant lofty or grand. In those days, "tall talk" is what men indulged in when they excessively praised themselves/ boasted excessively about their grand achievements.The idiom, 'Tall talks' means 'boasting or exaggerated storytelling'. Hence, option B is the correct answer. Options A, C and D do not convey the same meaning as above. Hence, these options are incorrect.
In the early 1600s, the word, "tall" meant lofty or grand. In those days, "tall talk" is what men indulged in when they excessively praised themselves/ boasted excessively about their grand achievements.The idiom, 'Tall talks' means 'boasting or exaggerated storytelling'. Hence, option B is the correct answer.
Options A, C and D do not convey the same meaning as above. Hence, these options are incorrect.
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