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    Question

    Fill in the blank given below using the correct idiom.

    Despite his _______________ in the company, his lack of experience led to poor decision-making and ultimately resulted in failure.
    A A Fidus Achates Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B standing in good stead Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C taking a back seat Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D leading to the altar Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E skating on thin ice Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    The idiom "standing in good stead" means being beneficial or advantageous in the future. (A) A Fidus Achates: A loyal and trusted friend. (B) standing in good stead: To be beneficial or advantageous in the future. (C) taking a back seat: To assume a less active or prominent role. (D) leading to the altar: To marry someone. (E) skating on thin ice: Engaging in risky behavior that could lead to trouble.

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