Question

    Which of the phrases given below each statement should replace the phrase printed in bold in the sentence to make it grammatically correct. If the sentence is correct as it is given and No correction required, mark ‘’No Correction required’ as the answer.

    “The situation is getting red handed, " the doctor said to us.

    A Fall flat Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Many iron in the fire Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Out of hands Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Bite the bullet Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E No correction required Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    The original phrase “red handed” is not used correctly in this context. “Getting out of hand” is a common idiom that means a situation is becoming difficult to control or manage. It’s often used to describe a situation that is escalating or worsening.

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